Facts: Drain Flies
Name:
Psychodidae
Appearance: Drains flies are easily distinguishable by their small size and the fuzzy hairs on their wings. They average 1/16th inch in length and are generally light grey to tan in color. They are also commonly known moth flies because of their coloring, wing shape, and visible antennae.
Habit: Drain flies thrive in areas with high moisture levels, and are commonly seen inside of the home hovering over sink drains or over floor drains. They are often seen in kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Outdoors they are often seen near damp mulch or other sources of decay like old wood logs or compost heaps. They use these areas of decay to feed and reproduce.
Diet: Decaying organic matter.
Reproduction: Drain flies with most often lay their eggs directly on decaying organic matter, allowing their young to feed after hatching. This will commonly occur in kitchen sink drains because of the excess food matter that get left inside of the drain after cleaning dishes. Adult drain flies usually only survive an average of two weeks after emerging, but because of their constant breeding they are often replaced by new adults almost immediately.
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