Where Do Fruit Flies Appear From?
WouterIf you’ve ever wondered where fruit flies come from, then you’re not alone. The Westborough resident and self-described “banana guy” Wayne Firstenberg has wondered the same thing. But he’s not a fruit fly fanatic. There are several reasons why these insects occur in the first place.
First, fruit flies are attracted to moist surfaces and foods. They’re particularly drawn to fermented fruit beverages and vinegar. While this isn’t necessarily a sign of a dirty home, flies can be a sign of unsanitary conditions in the home.
While fruit flies can appear anywhere, they tend to swarm in warm places. They can enter a building through cracks in the wall or through pre-laid eggs in grocery store produce. While they’re most common in summer, they’re a nuisance all year round.
Once they’ve hatched, fruit flies live for about a month and a half. When given the chance, they’ll lay up to 500 eggs. This is quite an impressive number for a tiny fly. And their reproductive ability is remarkable: they can complete their life cycle in a matter of a week.
After hatching, a female fruit fly will lay her eggs in a ripe, maturing fruit. The eggs hatch within two to four days. The larvae then feed continuously for two or three days, and will eventually pupate.
