5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

What is a Fruit Fly?Given the scientific name Drosophila melanogaster,

the fruit fly belongs to a specie of flies called the Drosophilidae family. The fruit fly is a small fly that feeds on fruits, especially decaying ones, during its larval and

adult stages. It’s commonly known as the vinegar fly.

Fruit Flies as Household Pests

Fruit flies are considered pests as a consequence of their tendency to infest habitations and establishments where fruits are found.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Red WineFruit flies love the scent of red wine. For this trap you’ll need the ingredients below:• of red wine (less or more)¼•Glass or container•Plastic wrap or aluminium foilPour red wine into glass or container. Seal the opening tightly with the plastic wrap or aluminium foil. Afterwards, poke small holes into the covering.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Vinegar Like red wine, fruit flies are attracted to vinegar since apple cider vinegar is made from fermented apples. The ingredients needed for this trap are shown below:

• Approx. ½ cup apple cider vinegar•A mason jar or similar•A funnel•A piece of overripe fruit

Heat the vinegar and pour it into your jar. Add the overripe fruit and then the funnel to the mouth of the jar. The flies will enter into the jar to feast, but won’t be able to find their way out.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Essential OilsEssential oils won’t kill fruit flies. However, it will repel them. For this essential oil spray, you’ll need:•10 drops (or more) of lemongrass essential oil•A spray bottle•2 ounces of water

In the spray bottle, add 10 drops of lemongrass essential oil to 2 ounces of water. Shake well. Spray in areas where fruit flies are commonly seen. Additionally, if fruit flies are spotted, spray directly on them.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Aunt Fannie's FlyPunch!

Aunt Fannie’s FlyPunch, is very effective. In fact, it has proven to be more effective than other homemade remedies. It is a natural mixture and can be purchased at a cost of $5.

Aunt Fannie’s FlyPunch is seamless to use. Rip off the top and set it on your counter. You can then play a game of ‘count the bodies’.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Milk, sugar, and pepper

In a sauce pan, combine 4 oz of raw sugar, a pint of milk, and 2 oz of ground pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes. Thereafter, pour the mixture into a shallow dish. The flies drawn to the mixture will drown.

5 Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

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