No. A fly parasite is a tiny, host-specific, burrowing insect. Her sole purpose in life is to burrow down and lay her eggs inside a fly pupa. She only flies if there are no pupae nearby, and then only as little as possible. She has zero interest in people and animals. More on fly parasite safety…

Absolutely! These tiny insects are not interested in people and Kunafin’s rigorous manufacturing process ensures that they are biosecure. More on fly parasite safety…

No. Occurring naturally and collected from all over the world, our fly parasites depend on flies to reproduce. Normally, nature keeps flies and parasites in balance. Animals in confined spaces create unnatural reproduction opportunities for the flies so we have to even the odds for the parasites, which spend their lives burrowing for larvae and are so tiny that they are hard to see for the brief time they spend above ground. More on integrated fly management…

Cleanliness is a great front-line weapon against flies and fly parasites should be your next line of defense. Flies thrive in small areas around fence-lines, straw bedding, cracks, etc. where trace manure collects. If you have manure stored nearby, you should target these areas as well. More on your need for fly control…

Think like a mama fly. Target fence lines, manure piles, by water troughs... and any other place where you see manure. It’s as easy as scattering birdseed. See detailed instructions in our customers-only section…

Yes. Flies will tend to reproduce in that area to breed, just as your neighbor's flies will tend to reproduce in their area. This is different from fly migration, which also takes place. Consult with a pro…

Yes. Kunafin will provide you the best program for your particular situation. Contact your Kunafin Consultant. If you are using Kunafin for your stable but seeing flies at the track, please share this site or give your track manager our number. Consult with a staff entomologist…

Yes. Even your best manure management tends to leave remnants around problem areas like fence lines, straw bedding, cracks, etc. where flies can reproduce. Sometimes, manure storage is also on site. Fly parasites are perfect for targeting problem areas and complimenting careful manure management. Consult with a staff entomologist…

Fly parasites kill all types of flies, including horse flies, house flies, stable flies, horn flies, etc. More on types of flies…

Not necessarily. Remember that fly parasites are diggers, so stay deep in the soil. Your spray system another tool you can use in an integrated program. Fly parasites allow you to limit your spray system usage and save you money and exposure for your animals. More on Biological Integrated Insect Management Programs …

Every operation is different. While we will be publishing general guidelines on this site, it's always best to talk directly with your Kunafin consultant. Request a free needs assessment.

As a rule, we ship weekly on the same schedule you will distribute the fly parasites, which is determined by the life-cycle of the fly. However, there are valid reasons to ship weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on your situation. Please contact your Kunafin consultant for a free assessment.

First, a quart of fly parasites is different than a cup! Second, our team collects and raises fly parasite species from regions worldwide so you always have fly parasites that are adapted to your local conditions. More on the Kunafin difference…

Yes. In fact, we can keep your card on file and automatically bill you monthly for your fly parasites. Contact your Kunafin Consultant...

Yes. A total fly management program is always more effective than any one-shot approach. Contact your Kunafin consultant about the best overall strategy for your operation.

Kunafin has entomologists on staff to review your particular situation. Please contact your Kunafin consultant or call toll free (800) 832-1113 so we can troubleshoot your problem together!

You should use fly parasites throughout every fly season, which varies by region. As a rule, fly parasites become active when flies become active and go dormant for the winter at the same time as the flies. Customers, please check your region in the customers-only section.