If there are fruit flies in the bedroom, a peaceful sleep is no longer an option. Not even if the pests don't approach people on their own. But how do they even get there? And more importantly: How do they disappear again?
Why are there fruit flies in the bedroom?
Fruit flies are the exception in the bedroom. They may have beenattracted by foodorflying in accidentallyIt is also quite possible that the specimens discovered are not fruit flies, but fungus gnats that live in plant pots.
What exactly attracts fruit flies?
Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), also called fruit flies, vinegar flies or fruit flies, are drawn to places where they can find plenty of food, bacteria and yeast:
- overripe orfermenting fruit
- rotting vegetables
- openjuices, alcohol and vinegar
- Leftovers
- other sweet and protein-containing organic substances
If you eat in the bedroom or bathroom or leave used glasses, this could be the reason for the presence of fruit flies.
How can I get rid of fruit flies from my bedroom?
Remove the foodof fruit flies. Without fruit, leftover food and juices, they will soon leave the bedroom on their own if you offer them anopen window or an open door. You can also put a banana peel in a plastic bag to trap the fruit flies.
What do fungus gnats look like and how are they combated?
Sad gnats are 1-7 mm long and have verydark, almost black wings They usually stay near plants on which they feed. They lay their eggs in potting soil. The easiest way to recognize an infestation of fungus gnats is to shake your bedroom plants. The mosquitoes will immediately rise and swarm around the plant. Take the plants out of the bedroom and get rid of the pests. Alternatively, you can replace the egg-contaminated soil.
Are fruit flies and fungus gnats dangerous in the bedroom?
Both species are harmless to humans. They do not sting or bite, nor do they transmit diseases. Above all, they are annoying and are often perceived as disgusting.
Tip
Make an effective fruit fly trap
Fruit flies follow the scents they love. Based on this, you can build a fruit fly trap using simple home remedies. Mix water and fruit juice in a bowl. Add some dish soap to break the surface tension of the water. The sweet smell attracts fruit flies, which then drown in it due to the lack of surface tension.
