Where do fruitflies and maggots come from?

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In summary, fruitflies and maggots have a strong sense of smell and can detect ripe fruit from outside. Fruitflies can lay eggs on ripe fruit, which then hatch into maggots. These insects are often found near decaying fruit and can come from both inside and outside sources. Chickens, on the other hand, are typically purchased from a grocery store like Safeway.
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If you leave an opened banana or melon as long as a single day, there's already tens of fruitflies near it (here in Holland), when you normally NEVER seen them peeking around for a piece of decaying fruit. So how do they know where the fruit is and where do they come from??

Same with maggots...
 
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They have a very good sense of smell and come from outside. That's pretty much all there is to it.
 
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If the fruit was ripe when you bought it, it probably already had fruitfly eggs waiting to hatch. The fruitflies could also be coming from outside, where they homed in on the smell of your ripe fruit.
 
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fruitflies come from maggots, and maggots come from fruitflies, and chickens come from Safeway
 

1. Where do fruit flies and maggots come from?

Fruit flies and maggots are both insects that are commonly found in and around decaying organic matter such as fruits, vegetables, and animal carcasses. They are both part of the order Diptera, which includes all species of flies. Fruit flies and maggots come from eggs that are laid by adult flies on or near a suitable food source.

2. How do fruit flies and maggots reproduce?

Fruit flies and maggots reproduce through a process called oviposition, where females lay eggs on or near a food source. The eggs hatch into larvae, which are commonly known as maggots. The larvae then feed on the decaying organic matter until they are ready to pupate and develop into adult flies.

3. Are fruit flies and maggots harmful to humans?

Fruit flies and maggots are not harmful to humans. They do not bite or sting, and they do not transmit any diseases. However, they can be a nuisance and may contaminate food if they are present in large numbers.

4. How long do fruit flies and maggots live?

The lifespan of fruit flies and maggots depends on environmental conditions and species. On average, fruit flies can live for 14-30 days, while maggots can live for 3-5 days. However, some species of fruit flies and maggots have been known to live for several months under favorable conditions.

5. How can I get rid of fruit flies and maggots?

To get rid of fruit flies and maggots, it is important to eliminate their food source. This can be done by properly disposing of any decaying organic matter and keeping your living spaces clean and free of food debris. Additionally, using traps or insecticides can also help control their population. It is important to identify and eliminate any potential breeding sites to prevent future infestations.

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