Breed in dead animals, feces, and/or garbage, depending on species. Trap adult flies with baited fly traps or sticky fly tape.īlow Flies, Greenbottle Flies, and Bluebottle Flies: Similar to house flies (see above), but metallic blue or green in color, found in and around the home. Make sure all vents are tightly screened. To prevent adults from entering homes, tighten screens, windows, and doors. This includes timely removal of trash and keeping garbage cans as dry and clean as possible. Locate larval breeding sites and eliminate them. House Flies: 1/8 to 1/4 inch long, dull gray flies, found in and around homes. Do not keep fruit or vegetables on counters for extended periods. When possible, store fruit or vegetables in the refrigerator. Check stored birdseed, pet food, and dried foods.ĭrain Flies: tiny (2mm), gray, fuzzy, moth-like insect, found in bathrooms, near sinks.Ĭlean drains with enzyme cleaner manually clean traps.įruit Flies: 1/8 inch long, tan-colored fly, red eyes, found in the kitchen, around bird cages, or recycling bins. Store food in airtight plastic, glass containers, or in the freezer. Locate infestation and dispose of infested material.
Indian Meal Moth: 5/8 inch long moth, outer 1/2 to 2/3 of wings reddish-copper colored, usually found in the kitchen or pantry. Store cleaned fabrics in sealed bags or cedar chests. Vacuum and shampoo rugs or dry clean clothes. Identification key for insect pests in and around the home Flying Pest DescriptionĬlothes Moths: 3/8 - 1/2 inch wingspan, buff-colored moth, found in closets, bedroom, etc. Indoors, pesticides are not exposed to degradation by temperature changes, wind, rain, soil microorganisms, etc. Insecticides do not break down indoors nearly as fast as outdoors. The risk of exposure to toxic materials is much higher indoors than outdoors. Proper identification, sanitation, managing moisture in and around the home, vacuuming, sealing off insect entry points, proper firewood storage, using a dehumidifier are some examples of management techniques to help reduce or eliminate an indoor insect problem.Īvoid using pesticides indoors when at all possible to help minimize exposure. In most circumstances, an infestation can be brought under control without hiring a pest control company. Submit photos and questions to Ask Extension if you need assistance.
Proper identification is the first step prior to managing any pest. Key points to help in identifying household insects
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