Hoverflies are often mistaken for bees due to their looks, but they have more in common with them than just appearances. They feed on nectar and pollen and can help pollinate plants in the same way bees do. Hoverflies’ larvae also eat aphids, which cause millions of dollars in crop damage each year, making hoverflies…

For Fruit Flies (Drosophila Fly), there is nothing better than ripening fruits in the house, which they eat and then lay eggs on top of. Not surprisingly, they are named after what they are attracted to, but they may also be found in areas where there is moist and decaying food, such as the garbage…

Flesh flies are often the first insects to be found on animal carcasses. They lay their eggs in decaying material and can often be found on dog excrement. While they don’t commonly come in homes or businesses in large numbers, places like butcher shops or dog kennels can potentially have problems with them. Anywhere animals…

An agricultural pest found worldwide, the Crane Fly looks similar to mayflies. They feed on the roots and leaves of crops, which can seriously damage or destroy them. They are invasive in the United States, and their larvae can be found on fruits, vegetables, lawns, and ornamental plants. Get in touch with your local Indianapolis,…

Cluster flies, or Pollenia rudis, generally make an appearance in autumn as they fly near the sides of the home looking for a place to stay for the winter. They can enter your home in great numbers if they find an entrance. While they will probably not reproduce in your home, on warm days they…

With a metallic green and copper appearance that distinguishes them from house flies, Bottle Flies are still as much or more of a nuisance. These pests feed on decaying material and can be found near trash cans, animal feces, or decaying flesh. They are a concern to human health as they can spread disease, and…

There are over 80 reported species of Blow Flies in North America. They are metallic in appearance and can usually be found buzzing around any food you may have left out—especially decaying meat. They are most active during the day and are attracted to the light from windows. While they usually act as simply a…