Blow Fly on Leaf

Blowfly Facts for Kids

This spring, we’re bugging out over our new remote control animals! With awesome features like legs that shake and wiggle, and the ability to climb up walls and on the ceiling, our RC blow fly is the newest critter ready to crawl into action-packed play. But what do we know about blowflies? Are they the same as the common housefly? What do they eat? Keep reading to meet the inspo for our latest RC bug toy!

Blow Fly Habitat

Blowflies love warm, moist places like forests and fields. They can also be found inside, although they’re not the same thing as a common house fly! Blowflies are slightly bigger, and blue or green in color. You may have seen them buzzing around your compost or in your backyard. In fact, no matter where you are, you’re likely to see a blow fly! They can be found in all 50 U.S. states, as well as in parts of Asia, Africa, and Europe.

What Do Blow Flies Eat?

Blow flies are scavengers, meaning they eat decaying matter and living things that are already dead. They play an important role in the food chain by breaking down waste and recycling nutrients back into the soil. They can often be found munching on dead plants or animals and are likely to find a food source pretty much anywhere they can!

More Blow Fly Fun Facts

  • If you can get close enough, you’ll find that blow flies have a bit of glitz to them. Their wings are shiny and metallic!
  • These critters may be small, but don’t underestimate them! Blow flies can travel up to 15 miles a day by flight.
  • Blow flies taste things with their feet! Yup, you read that right. They have taste receptors on their lower legs and feet, so when they land on something they might want to munch on, they’re known to walk all over it to get a good taste!
  • Blow flies do not sting or bite people. They’re totally harmless! Unless you’re a tasty sandwich…

Dying to meet a real-life blow fly? Look no further than in your own backyard – or even in your kitchen. And don’t miss the chance to play with one that you can actually control! Snag our RC Climbing Fly at Target now.