Fly larva (Maggot)
Scientific Name: Calliphoridae / Muscidae family
Order & Family: Order: Diptera, Family: Various (commonly Calliphoridae or Muscidae)
Size: 3mm to 12mm depending on developmental stage
Natural Habitat
Found in decaying organic matter, trash, animal waste, or damp areas inside homes
Diet & Feeding
Decaying organic material, bacteria, and liquid proteins from waste
Behavior Patterns
Larvae are photophobic (hide from light) and feed constantly to prepare for pupation into adult flies
Risks & Benefits
Risks include the spread of bacteria and disease to humans/pets; benefits include playing a role as decomposers in the environment
Identified on: 5/14/2026