Flies: Blow Fly

Question 1

What is another name for the Blow Fly?

3

Answer 1

1. Sheep Bottle Fly
2. Sheep Blowfly
3. Strike

Question 2

Why is the Blow Fly important?

Answer 2

causes myiasis (infection of a fly larva)

Question 3

How is a Blow Fly infestation diagnosed? (2)

Answer 3

1. larva in open would

2. feed on dead cells and exudate

Question 4

How are Blow Flies controlled? (3)

Answer 4

1. clean wound
2. apply insecticide
3. keep hair coat clean