Bug Identifier
Fruit Fly
Community identification

Fruit Fly

Drosophila melanogaster

Order & Family
Order Diptera, Family Drosophilidae
Size
3 to 4 millimeters long
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Found near overripe fruit, fermenting organic matter, and damp indoor spaces like kitchens.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on yeast, bacteria, and sugars present in decaying fruit and organic liquids.

Behavior Patterns

Rapidly attracted to fermenting odors and exhibits high reproductive rates with short life cycles.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite or sting, but can contaminate food and act as a nuisance pest.