Shore fly
flies of the genus Scatella are a common greenhouse pest found throughout the United States, Canada and northern Mexico. In Europe and Asia, the species [...] production. However, they are considered a nuisance pest because the flies : Leave their feces (as black flecks) on the foliage of ornamentals or food crops [...] browsing customers. Are capable of transmitting pathogens such as Fusarium , Pythium , and other root diseases. Life cycle and appearance of the Shore fly Adult