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Black soldier fly<\/h1>

What is the black soldier fly?<\/h2>\n\t
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The black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens or BSF) is a species of black fly that belongs to the family Stratiomyidae. This black soldier fly is known to be an improved insect and is often used in the applied entomology industry.
\nIts use is accepted as live food in the feeding of other animals and as dead food it can only be used to feed farm animals when it has been categorized as category 3 material. Category 3 material derived from insects may be used for: a) obtaining \"transformed animal protein\" (PAT), which may be used (either in the form of raw material for feed or incorporating it in the manufacture of compound feed) exclusively for feeding aquaculture animals, poultry and porcine.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

Hermetia illucens or BSF (Black Soldier Fly)<\/h2>\n\t
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Name<\/strong>: Hermetia illucens \u2013 Soldier Fly
\nOrder<\/strong>: Diptera
\nFamily<\/strong>: Stratiomyidae
\nHermetia illucens in other languages<\/strong>: Black Soldier Fly (English), mouche soldat (French), Soldatenfliege (German), soldier-fly (Portuguese)<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Protein percentage of the Black Soldier Fly<\/h3>\n\t
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Description of Hermetia Illucens<\/h2>\n\t
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The soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) is a species of black fly belonging to the order Diptera and the family Stratiomyidae. It is characterized by having a medium size, reaching approximately 1 to 2 centimeters in length. Its body is shiny black and has a robust appearance.
\nThe soldier fly is known for its importance in the field of composting and waste management. Their larvae are excellent decomposers of organic matter, which makes them efficient agents for recycling and waste transformation processes. Additionally, these larvae are high in protein and are used as food for animals such as poultry and fish.
\nAlthough its appearance may seem unattractive, the soldier fly plays a valuable role in ecological balance by contributing to the cycle of destruction and being a sustainable source of food.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

Larval Phase<\/h3>\n\t
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The larvae are very small, approximately 1 to 2 millimeters in length.
\nHatching from the eggs, the larvae are creamy white or pale yellowish in color.<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

Adult beetle<\/h3>\n\t
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The adult fly is approximately 1 to 2 centimeters in length.
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Consumption of Hermetia Illucens<\/h2>\n\t
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  • Alimentaci\u00f3n animal<\/strong>: Soldier fly larvae are used as a protein-rich feed for farm animals such as poultry, pigs and fish. These larvae have become a sustainable and nutritious alternative to replace conventional foods, such as fishmeal.<\/li>\n
  • Aquaculture industry<\/strong>: the aquaculture sector uses soldier fly larvae as a food source for farmed fish, due to their high content of proteins and essential nutrients. This contributes to more sustainable production and reduces dependence on capture fishing.<\/li>\n
  • Composting and waste management<\/strong>: Soldier fly larvae are excellent decomposers of organic matter, making them a valuable option for composting and waste management. They are used to process food scraps, garden waste and other organic materials, turning them into high-quality compost.<\/li>\n
  • Dietary supplements and human nutrition<\/strong>: applications are being explored in the food industry to use soldier fly larvae in the production of dietary supplements and foods for human consumption. Their high protein content and interesting nutritional profile make them a potential option for developing innovative and sustainable products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n
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