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Flies

SIZE: 3/8 to ¾ inch (9.5-19.1mm)

COLOR: Pale

DESCRIPTION: Larvae are soft, worm-like, pale-colored maggots.

HABITAT: Large numbers of maggots may be found crawling across the floor, or numerous small, oval-shaped pupae may be found under a rug close to a fireplace or wood stove. This often occurs when an animal (bird, mouse, squirrel, etc.) becomes trapped in the flue of a fireplace or wood stove and dies.

LIFE CYCLE: Once the animal dies and its body begins to decay, blow flies are attracted to it for egg laying. The maggots complete development in the decaying flesh, then seek a dry place to pupate. Fly maggots have the habit of wandering a distance before selecting a place to pupate.

TYPE OF DAMAGE: They may wander out into the living area of a house and cause concern to homeowners.

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