What are these tiny flying bugs in my house?

What are gnats? Gnats are tiny, non-biting, flying insects that seem to pop up everywhere. There are a few common types: fruit flies, drain flies, and the fungus gnat. True to their names, these pests are drawn to certain things, which can bring them into our homes.

What insect looks like a baby fly?

Fungus gnats are tiny flying insects often mistaken for fruit flies. A fungus gnat is much smaller than a fruit fly and has a tiny black body (while fruit flies are commonly tan and have very visible bodies).

What are tiny brown flying bugs?

They are fungus gnats that feed of the roots of plants. I found tons of them in the bottom of a plant in my house. A way to kill them is to let the soil dry and they will fly away or die.

Where are these baby flies coming from?

These small flies may be found breeding in the moist organic matter, such places as soil contaminated with sewage or drains, decaying fruit or vegetables, and garbage.

What does a small baby fly look like?

A baby fly is typically very small, though some can grow up to one-half of an inch in length. They are usually a whitish, creamy color and resemble small worms or grubs.

Why do you think gnats are baby flies?

It’s easy to understand why you might think flies are gnats. Baby flies are about the same size as an adult gnat. When they invade your home, both gnats and flies can be found in the same general areas. For example, fungus gnats feed and reproduce in locations high in moisture content where decaying organic matter is present.

How did the flying bug get its name?

Their name comes from the water-resistant, paper-like nests they build from a mixture of plant fibers and saliva. Residential Location: Comb nests are hung from twigs, branches, shrubs, windows, door frames, outdoor grills, eaves, deck floor joists, and more.

What to do when you see baby flies?

On baby patrol. While you are more likely to see adult flies than you are baby flies, the larval stage is the best time to control their population. The most effective way to do this is by reducing breeding locations. By cleaning trash cans, garbage disposals, outdoor pet environments and other locations where flies are known to lay eggs,…