COMMON TYPES: House flies, fruit flies, drain flies, and cluster flies
APPEARANCE: Small flying insects with transparent wings, short antennae, and compound eyes
SIZE: Typically about 3–8 mm depending on the species
COLOUR: Usually grey, black, tan, or brown
BREEDING AREAS: Garbage bins, drains, compost, organic waste, and decaying material
ACTIVITY: Most active in warm conditions and around food sources
LIFECYCLE: Egg → larva (maggot) → pupa → adult fly
REPRODUCTION: Very rapid; eggs can hatch within about 24 hours in warm environments
PRIMARY RISKS: Food contamination, bacteria spread, and sanitation concerns