Fungus Gnat

Damp soil, decaying organic matter, and indoor/outdoor gardens

Adults do not feed significantly; larvae consume fungi, algae, and organic debris in soil

Often seen flying or crawling near the soil surface; life cycle includes egg, larva, pupa, and adult stages completed in 3-4 weeks

Generally harmless to humans but larvae can damage plant roots if populations are high; they serve as a food source for spiders and predatory insects