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Have you ever wondered why flies stop to rub their tiny hands together? While this gesture may look villainous, these pesky pests actually have a good reason for it. Want to learn more about flies and their behavior? Keep reading for fun info as well as tips on managing flies around your home.
Things You Should Know
- Flies rub their hands to clean off their taste receptors. These receptors are all over their bodies, including their legs and wings.
- Flies spread disease by landing on feces or trash, picking up bacteria, and then flying around with it.
- To manage flies, throw away garbage outside in a sealed container and keep the inside of your home clean.
Steps
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References
- ↑ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-houseflies-winter-hibernation-1.5834157
- ↑ https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/urban/flies/house_fly.htm#damage
- ↑ https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2016/01/04/should-i-throw-away-food-once-a-fly-has-landed-on-it-.html
- ↑ https://www.food-safety.com/articles/7159-houseflies-and-food-safety-what-you-need-to-know
- ↑ https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/urban/flies/house_fly.htm
- ↑ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-houseflies-winter-hibernation-1.5834157
- ↑ https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/urban/flies/house_fly.htm
- ↑ https://www.food-safety.com/articles/7159-houseflies-and-food-safety-what-you-need-to-know
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