Universal remote codes are used to operate the devices attached to them. Universal TV remote control codes are unique to each hardware device and are listed in the manuals provided with the appliance. All companies have a different and unique universal remote code that identifies a remote control with the TV set. In case the remote of the TV has broken or is lost, a new remote control which uses the same universal remote control codes can be used.
Workers make up the majority of a honey bee colony. The lifespan for workers varies on the amount of work they do, based upon the wear and tear they put on their bodies. On average, the lifespan for workers is as follows: summer = 15-38 days, spring/fall = 30-60 days, winter = 100-140 days.
The average lifespan of a housefly is 20-30 days. http://www.newton.dep.anl.gov/natbltn/400-499/nb453.htm. This page (in German) says 16-24 days, and that the females live longer than the males. http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stubenfliege. According to this page, from 7 days to 2 months. Quote: The house fly has a complete metamorphosis with distinct egg, larva or maggot, pupal and adult stages. The house fly overwinters in either the larval or pupal stage under manure piles or in other protected locations.