Phorid Fly
Megacelia scalaris 1/10 inch long Arched thorax Da
About Phorid Fly
These tiny, 1/10-inch long flies have an arched thorax and are commonly found in moist, decaying organic matter around homes in Middle Tennessee areas like Columbia and Franklin. Phorid flies can be a nuisance indoors, where their larvae feed on organic debris and sometimes damage roots or bulbs in potted plants. Proper sanitation and moisture control are essential to managing their populations effectively.
Phorid Fly (Megacelia scalaris 1/10 inch long Arched thorax Da) 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 Phorid Fly 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
- Phorid Fly
- Scientific Name
- Megacelia scalaris 1/10 inch long Arched thorax Da
- Category
- Fly
- Region
- Middle Tennessee