Community identification
Green bottle fly
Likely *Lucilia* species (possibly *Lucilia sericata*)
- Order & Family
- Diptera; Calliphoridae
- Size
- About 6–10 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Common around carrion, animal waste, garbage, and other decaying organic matter; also found near homes and outdoors.
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on liquids from carrion, waste, and other organic material; larvae develop in decomposing matter.
Behavior Patterns
Metallic green adults are strong fliers and are attracted to odors from decaying material. Females lay eggs on suitable food sources, where maggots hatch and feed.
Risks & Benefits
Can contaminate food and may spread microbes; larvae can cause wound myiasis. Larvae also help break down organic matter.