Fruit Fly

Commonly found near fermenting organic matter such as ripening or decaying fruit and vegetables.

Adults and larvae feed on the microorganisms (yeast) and sugar from fermenting organic matter.

Attracted to the smell of fermentation; they undergo rapid reproduction cycles. They are often most active during the day.

Primarily a domestic nuisance; they do not bite but can transfer bacteria from unsanitary surfaces to food. They are vital to biological and genetic research.