Common House Fly

Natural Habitat

Widely distributed worldwide in close proximity to human activity and decaying organic matter.

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on liquids and semi-liquids; they use saliva to liquefy solid food like sugar and decomposing waste.

Behavior Patterns

Diurnal scavengers that are most active during the day; they complete a rapid life cycle from egg to adult in approximately 7 to 10 days in warm conditions.

Risks & Benefits

Major risks include the transmission of pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli; benefits include roles in decomposition and nutrient recycling in ecosystems.

Identified on: 6/13/2026