A deceased housefly lies on its back on a light-colored, textured surface. The fly is dark brown and black, with visible wings that appear transparent and veined. Its legs are splayed outwards, and its antennae are visible. The surface it rests on has a subtle speckled texture, and a soft shadow is cast by the fly. The background is blurred, with a gradient from light grey to a soft green, suggesting an outdoor environment or a room with a window. There is no indication of the city of Izmail, Ukraine, or any human presence in the image.