Gray flesh fly

Sarcophaga carnaria

The gray flesh fly measures 10-16 mm, is slender and the abdomen is checkered with light and dark gray spots. The larvae develop into adult flies in feces and on animal carcasses. Preys on protein-rich foods such as meat, cheese and fish. But also seeks out animal carcasses and excrement in the wild. The alternating stay on carrion, feces and food is not only unappetizing, but also makes this fly a carrier of harmful germs and a source of questionable contamination of food.