Maggots are the larvae of flies, and are typically found in decaying organic matter such as garbage, compost bins, and animal carcasses. They are small, worm-like organisms with a whitish-cream color and no legs or eyes. Maggots are the second stage of the flys life cycle after eggs, and they will feed and grow for 3-6 days before they are ready to move onto the next phase of the fly life cycle. Maggots are commonly used in forensic entomology, wound debridement, and composting. They can also be used in entomotoxicology to determine the presence of drugs in a corpses system. While maggots are not dangerous to healthy people, they can infect human tissue and cause health problems. To get rid of maggots, it is important to find and eliminate the source, and maintain cleaning habits to prevent future infestations.