Maggots are another gross nuisance to households. Although small, these scary critters instill fear into many people when they’re found in trash and on food items. Rest assured, these insects are not completely harmful. But,

it’s a good idea to learn more about where they come from and what to do when you find them. Jody Green is a member and contributor to the journals of the Entomological Society of America. She shares the dirt on where maggots come from and how to get rid of them. Summer skies and … fruit flies?Where the pests come from (and how to get rid of them).How to kill maggots In the unfortunate event that you do stumble upon a maggot infestation, Green suggests several options to get rid of the pests depending on the situation.