Blowfly

How to Identify Blowflies:

Appearance:

• ~1 cm
• Shiny black and blue metallic body
• 6 legs

Habitats:

• Blowflies make their homes wherever there is rotting meat (carrion)

Threat:

• Blowflies can spread disease from other animals to humans
• Many diseases can be carried on rotting, putrid meat

Preventing an Infestation:

• Keep all used meat scraps well covered and in the correct areas
• Make sure lids are on your garbage cans
• Make sure no mice or other animals have died in your walls

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