Fungus Gnat

Found in damp environments, particularly in and around overwatered indoor houseplants and greenhouses.

Larvae primarily feed on fungi and decaying organic matter in soil; adults do not feed but occasionally consume liquids like nectar.

Weak flyers that tend to hover or run across soil surfaces. They have a short life cycle (approx. 3-4 weeks) and are attracted to the carbon dioxide and moisture in household plants.

Generally harmless to humans but can be a significant nuisance; however, larvae can damage plant roots if populations are high. They provide some ecosystem benefit as decomposers.