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	~~'''~~Fly~~''' is a type of [[insect]] that belongs to the order [[Diptera]]~~. ~~They are characterized by their single pair of wings and are found in various parts~~ of ~~the world. Flies play a significant role in the ecosystem, but they can also be a nuisance and a health hazard to humans and animals.~~		{{Short description\|Article about flies}}
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			\| name = Fly
			\| image = Six_Diptera.jpg
			\| image_caption = Various species of flies
			}}

	~~== Overview ==~~		'''Flies''' are insects of the order [[Diptera]], the name being derived from the Greek δι- di- "two", and πτερόν pteron "wing". Insects of this order use only a single pair of wings to fly, the hindwings having evolved into advanced mechanosensory organs known as [[halteres]], which act as high-speed sensors of rotational movement and allow them to perform advanced aerobatics.

	Flies are ~~a diverse group of insects with over 150,000 species worldwide. They range in size from tiny midges to large horse flies. Flies~~ have a ~~single~~ pair of wings~~, which distinguishes them from other insects. Their second~~ pair of ~~wings has evolved into~~ small, knobbed structures ~~known~~ as ~~halteres that help them balance while flying~~.		==Characteristics==
			Flies are adapted for aerial movement and typically have a pair of functional wings on the mesothorax and a pair of halteres on the metathorax. The [[halteres]] are small, knobbed structures that act as gyroscopic stabilizers, providing feedback to the fly about its position in space. This adaptation allows flies to perform complex aerial maneuvers.

	~~== Anatomy ==~~		[[File:Anthomyiidae_(female)_(10144905255).jpg\|thumb\|right\|A female fly from the family Anthomyiidae]]

	Flies have a ~~complex anatomy that includes~~ a ~~head~~, ~~thorax~~, and ~~abdomen~~. ~~The head houses the eyes~~, ~~antennae~~, and ~~mouthparts. The thorax contains the wings and legs~~, ~~while~~ the ~~abdomen holds the digestive and reproductive organs~~.		Flies have a mobile head, with a pair of large compound eyes, and mouthparts designed for piercing and sucking, or for lapping and sucking in the more primitive groups. Their [[life cycle]] consists of an egg, larval, pupal, and adult stage, with the larval stage being a maggot in many species.

	== ~~Life Cycle~~ ==		==Ecology==
			Flies are found in almost all terrestrial habitats in the world, including deserts, forests, and urban areas. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem as pollinators, decomposers, and as a food source for other animals. Some species are important pollinators, while others are vectors of diseases.

	~~The life cycle of a fly includes four stages~~: ~~egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The duration of each stage can vary greatly depending on the species and environmental conditions~~.		[[File:European_wasp_white_bg.jpg\|thumb\|left\|A fly resembling a wasp]]

	~~== Role in~~ the ~~Ecosystem ==~~		Flies are also known for their rapid reproduction and short life cycles, which allow them to quickly exploit new environments. This adaptability makes them one of the most widespread and diverse groups of insects.

	~~Flies play a crucial role in~~ the ~~ecosystem. They are pollinators~~ and ~~decomposers~~, ~~helping to break down dead plants and animals. Some species of~~ flies ~~are also important~~ as ~~prey for other animals~~.		==Classification==
			The order Diptera is divided into two suborders: [[Nematocera]] and [[Brachycera]]. Nematocera includes the more primitive flies such as mosquitoes and crane flies, while Brachycera includes the more advanced flies such as houseflies and blowflies.

	== ~~Impact on Humans and Animals~~ ==		===Nematocera===
			Nematocera are characterized by their elongated bodies and long, filamentous antennae. They include families such as [[Culicidae]] (mosquitoes) and [[Tipulidae]] (crane flies).

	~~While flies are beneficial to the ecosystem~~, ~~they can also be a nuisance~~ and ~~a health hazard~~. ~~Some species of~~ flies, ~~such as the house fly and the tsetse fly~~, ~~can transmit diseases to humans~~ and ~~animals~~.		===Brachycera===
			Brachycera have shorter, more robust bodies and shorter antennae. This suborder includes the [[Tabanidae]] (horse flies), [[Syrphidae]] (hoverflies), and [[Muscidae]] (houseflies).

	== ~~Control and Prevention~~ ==		==Evolution==
			Flies are believed to have evolved during the [[Triassic]] period, over 240 million years ago. They have since diversified into a wide range of forms and occupy a variety of ecological niches.

	~~Control and prevention of flies involve sanitation, exclusion, and sometimes the use of insecticides~~. ~~Proper waste management and maintaining clean surroundings can significantly reduce the presence~~ of ~~flies.~~		[[File:Raphidia_icon.png\|thumb\|right\|Illustration of a fly species]]

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		==Human Interaction==
			Flies have a significant impact on human activities. Some species are beneficial as pollinators or as biological control agents, while others are pests that can spread diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and sleeping sickness.

			==Related pages==
	* [[Insect]]		* [[Insect]]
	* [[~~Diptera~~]]		* [[Pollination]]
	* [[~~House fly~~]]		* [[Vector (epidemiology)]]
	* [[~~Tsetse fly~~]]		* [[Maggot]]

	~~== References ==~~

	~~<references />~~

			[[Category:Diptera]]
	[[Category:Insects]]		[[Category:Insects]]
	~~[[Category:Diptera]]~~
	~~[[Category:Flies]]~~

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	~~== Fly ==~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:Six_Diptera.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Anthomyiidae_(female)_(10144905255).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:European_wasp_white_bg.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Raphidia_icon.png\|Fly~~
	~~File:Corydalus_cornutus_illustration_(rotated).png\|Fly~~
	~~File:Osmylus_(white_background).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Pseudacrossus_przewalskyi_(Reitter,_1887).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Elenchus_koebelei.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:RHYACOPHILA_DORSALIS_Male_Pont_Forge_de_Sailly_Watigny_02_MHNT.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Arctia_villica_SLU.JPG\|Fly~~
	~~File:Common_house_fly,_Musca_domestica.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Scorpionfly_(white_background).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~</gallery>~~
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	~~File:Six_Diptera.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Anthomyiidae_(female)_(10144905255).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:European_wasp_white_bg.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Raphidia_icon.png\|Fly~~
	~~File:Corydalus_cornutus_illustration_(rotated).png\|Fly~~
	~~File:Osmylus_(white_background).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Pseudacrossus_przewalskyi_(Reitter,_1887).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Elenchus_koebelei.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:RHYACOPHILA_DORSALIS_Male_Pont_Forge_de_Sailly_Watigny_02_MHNT.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Arctia_villica_SLU.JPG\|Fly~~
	~~File:Common_house_fly,_Musca_domestica.jpg\|Fly~~
	~~File:Scorpionfly_(white_background).jpg\|Fly~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			File:Raphidia_icon.png\|Fly
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			File:Osmylus_(white_background).jpg\|Fly
			File:Pseudacrossus_przewalskyi_(Reitter,_1887).jpg\|Fly
			File:Elenchus_koebelei.jpg\|Fly
			File:RHYACOPHILA_DORSALIS_Male_Pont_Forge_de_Sailly_Watigny_02_MHNT.jpg\|Fly
			File:Arctia_villica_SLU.JPG\|Fly
			File:Common_house_fly,_Musca_domestica.jpg\|Fly
			File:Scorpionfly_(white_background).jpg\|Fly
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'''Fly''' is a type of [[insect]] that belongs to the order [[Diptera]]. They are characterized by their single pair of wings and are found in various parts of the world. Flies play a significant role in the ecosystem, but they can also be a nuisance and a health hazard to humans and animals.

== Overview ==

Flies are a diverse group of insects with over 150,000 species worldwide. They range in size from tiny midges to large horse flies. Flies have a single pair of wings, which distinguishes them from other insects. Their second pair of wings has evolved into small, knobbed structures known as halteres that help them balance while flying.

== Anatomy ==

Flies have a complex anatomy that includes a head, thorax, and abdomen. The head houses the eyes, antennae, and mouthparts. The thorax contains the wings and legs, while the abdomen holds the digestive and reproductive organs.

== Life Cycle ==

The life cycle of a fly includes four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The duration of each stage can vary greatly depending on the species and environmental conditions.

== Role in the Ecosystem ==

Flies play a crucial role in the ecosystem. They are pollinators and decomposers, helping to break down dead plants and animals. Some species of flies are also important as prey for other animals.

== Impact on Humans and Animals ==

While flies are beneficial to the ecosystem, they can also be a nuisance and a health hazard. Some species of flies, such as the house fly and the tsetse fly, can transmit diseases to humans and animals.

== Control and Prevention ==

Control and prevention of flies involve sanitation, exclusion, and sometimes the use of insecticides. Proper waste management and maintaining clean surroundings can significantly reduce the presence of flies.

== See Also ==

* [[Insect]]
* [[Diptera]]
* [[House fly]]
* [[Tsetse fly]]

== References ==

<references />

[[Category:Insects]]
[[Category:Diptera]]
[[Category:Flies]]

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			== Fly ==
			<gallery>
			File:Six_Diptera.jpg\|Fly
			File:Anthomyiidae_(female)_(10144905255).jpg\|Fly
			File:European_wasp_white_bg.jpg\|Fly
			File:Raphidia_icon.png\|Fly
			File:Corydalus_cornutus_illustration_(rotated).png\|Fly
			File:Osmylus_(white_background).jpg\|Fly
			File:Pseudacrossus_przewalskyi_(Reitter,_1887).jpg\|Fly
			File:Elenchus_koebelei.jpg\|Fly
			File:RHYACOPHILA_DORSALIS_Male_Pont_Forge_de_Sailly_Watigny_02_MHNT.jpg\|Fly
			File:Arctia_villica_SLU.JPG\|Fly
			File:Common_house_fly,_Musca_domestica.jpg\|Fly
			File:Scorpionfly_(white_background).jpg\|Fly
			</gallery>