Drain Fly Larva

Typically found in moist, organic-rich environments such as drains, septic tanks, sewer pipes, and wet soil.

Feeds on decaying organic matter, sewage, and the gelatinous biofilm that forms inside plumbing fixtures.

The larvae live within the sludge of drains and breathe through a small siphon at the end of their bodies. They undergo a complete metamorphosis from egg to adult in about two weeks.

Generally harmless to humans but can be a nuisance in large numbers. Occasionally, they can transport bacteria from drains to food surfaces, though they are not known as significant disease vectors.