Pest Library – Flies – Fruit Flies

Facts: Fruit Flies

Name:

Drosophilidae

Appearance: Adult fruit flies are generally 1/8th inch in length, with a light tan colored body and distinct red eyes. They have one pair of translucent wings.

Habit: Fruit flies tend to be seen outdoors near food and garbage areas during the summer months. They can survive indoors all year round. They are surprising strong fliers and will cover considerable distances to find a food source.

Diet: Fruits/Vegetables, soft organic matter.

Reproduction: Like the drain fly, fruit flies require moisture and organic material for survival. Fruit flies go through four life stages, each lasting a week to a month depending on environmental conditions and temperatures. Adults flies can survive up to a month.


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