Tuesday, 14 February 2012

Bluebottle

Scientific Name: 
Calliphora erythrocephala
Length: 
11mm

Description

Bluebottles have a shiny blue body with reddish eyes and jowls.

Distribution

The Bluebottle is common and widespread throughout the British Isles.

Habitat

Typically found in homes across the UK

Reproduction

Female lays eggs on to provide food for the larvae.