Nuisance Flies
Pollenia rudis 3/8 inch long Golden/yellow hairs o
About Nuisance Flies
About 3/8 inch long and covered with golden-yellow hairs, nuisance flies (Pollenia rudis) are common pests in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia and Franklin. These flies often gather in large numbers on building exteriors during spring and fall, becoming a persistent annoyance for homeowners. While they do not bite or transmit diseases, their presence can be bothersome and indicate nearby decaying organic matter that may need attention.
Nuisance Flies (Pollenia rudis 3/8 inch long Golden/yellow hairs o) is a fly commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Flies identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Nuisance Flies regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Nuisance Flies
- Scientific Name
- Pollenia rudis 3/8 inch long Golden/yellow hairs o
- Category
- Fly
- Region
- Middle Tennessee