Ephydridae (shore fly, sometimes brine fly) is a family of insects in the order Diptera. Shore flies are tiny flies that can be found near seashores or at smaller inland waters, such as ponds. …

Shore flies in the genus Scatella are small (2 millimeters), black flies with reddish eyes and gray wings with clear spots. Shore flies resemble eye gnats, fruit flies, or vinegar flies in general …

Shore fly, (family Ephydridae), any member of a family of insects in the fly order, Diptera, that are small, dark coloured, and commonly found in great numbers around ponds, streams, and the …

Mar 17, 2022 · Shore flies, the most common species found being Scatella stagnalis, are housefly-shaped, and an eighth of an inch long, with dark wings that have five light spots. …

Aug 31, 2021 · Shore fly control can be achieved, to some extent, by limiting algae growth. You can take many steps toward this end, including using less fertilizer and not overwatering. It …

Shore flies have more robust bodies than fungus gnats and their antennae are very short. Their most distinguishing characteristic is the presence of five light-colored spots on each of their …

Shore fly (family Ephydridae) is a common problem in greenhouses and nurseries where there is algae, excess irrigation, and prolonged wet surfaces. The adult is a stout, dark gray fly about …

Dec 8, 2023 · Along the shores of Great Salt Lake they may rise in clouds from the ground. Native Americans used to gather the puparia for food. Foote B.A. (1995) Biology of shore flies. Annu. …

Shore flies are small, dark-colored insects with short wings bearing five light spots. Their antennae are short and thick, and their robust appearance distinguishes them from other …

Identification: Shore flies (Scatella stagnalis) and fungus gnats are often considered together as greenhouse pests, but they belong to two distinct groups of insects. Shore flies feed on algae …