The BPCA catalogue of the most common public health and nuisance pests has been created to enable members of the public to make an educated choice when considering pest control.
A family of very small (about 3mm) flies, some with prominent red eyes, characterised by a slow hovering flight in which the abdomen hangs down. All are associated with rotting fruit and vegetables or fermenting liquids. One species breeds in sour milk, for example, in the residue of forgotten milk bottles.
Remove all empty bottles or cans, and check for rotting fruit, vegetables or pools of spilt liquid. A fly killer may be used to control small outbreaks in the home.
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BPCA catalogue of the most common public health and nuisance pests
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