House Fly

Commonly found in and around human habitations, farms, and food processing facilities worldwide.

Generalist feeders consuming rotting organic matter, manure, and human food through liquid regurgitation.

Diurnal insects that are active during the day; they undergo complete metamorphosis from eggs to larvae (maggots), pupae, and adults.

Significant risks as vectors for over 100 pathogens including salmonella and cholera; benefits limited to aiding in decomposition of organic waste.