Last updated: 18.10.2023, 10:00 a.m.
By: Lam Vy Nguyen
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Fruit flies are known to us as annoying kitchen dwellers. With effective solutions, this can be changed. Everything you need can be found in your home.
Fruit flies are an all-too-familiar pest that likes to find their way into our kitchens in summer and autumn. Even if the small and tiny insects do not pose any danger, they can get on your nerves quite a bit. If you're fed up with these annoying guests, here are some proven methods to effectively remove fruit flies.
Fighting fruit flies with simple home remedies
Fruit fly traps are one of the easiest and most effective ways to get rid of fruit flies. You can either make these traps yourself or purchase them commercially. Some popular options: Pour some apple cider vinegar into a jar or bowl and cover with cling film. Poke a few holes in the foil to allow the flies access. The fruit flies are attracted to the vinegar and can no longer escape. Leave some wine in an empty wine bottle and leave it open in the kitchen. The fruit flies are attracted by the smell of the wine and can no longer climb out. On the other hand, to combat bed bugs, other home remedies can help.
Simple device against fruit flies: Use an electric fly swatter
Another effective method of controlling fruit flies that is often overlooked in many households is the electric fly swatter. This device is a more modern alternative to the traditional fly swatter and is great for effectively eliminating the little pests.
Get rid of unpopular fruit flies with an electric fly swatter. © Lam Vy Nguyen/DALL-E
The electric fly swatter is a handy and portable device that is usually powered by batteries. It has a grid or wire that is electrically charged. When you turn on the fly swatter, it creates an electric field that attracts insects that come into contact with it. If a fruit fly touches the electric fly swatter, it is hit by an electric shock that kills it instantly.
When using the electric fly swatter, you should make sure to hit the flies gently to ensure that they are effectively paralyzed. This device is particularly good for getting rid of fruit flies that are on window panes or other smooth surfaces. However, keep in mind that the electric fly swatter is not a preventive measure. It is used to specifically remove fruit flies after they are already in your kitchen.
Cleanliness and caution with fruit flies in the kitchen
It is important to mention that in order to remove fruit flies, you should deprive the small insects of their food source. Keep your kitchen clean and make sure fresh fruits and vegetables are stored properly. Overripe fruits and vegetables should be disposed of immediately to prevent fruit flies from reproducing.
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So, the best way to control fruit flies is to keep them away in the first place. Here are some preventative measures:
- Store fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator or in airtight containers.
- Keep your trash can clean and empty.
- Make sure windows and doors are tightly closed to prevent fruit flies from entering.
- Avoid open drinks or food in the kitchen.
Fruit flies have an incredibly short reproductive cycle, which makes them a real nuisance. A female can lay up to 100 eggs a day under optimal conditions, and the development from egg to adult insect takes only about two weeks. This means that fruit fly populations can multiply explosively in a very short time.
*Editor Lam Vy Nguyen wrote this article, using applications based on artificial intelligence (AI).