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The key identifying character for the moth fly is the unique pattern of veins in its wings. The entire body and wings of the moth fly are covered with tiny hairs, giving it a moth-like appearance. To the naked eye, this tiny pest might appear to be a small fly with fat wings;
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Moth flies are common, frequently-abundant insects also known as drain flies. The name moth fly refers to this insect's superficial resemblance to a tiny moth. A fuzzy appearance is caused by a dense covering of long hairs on the body and wings.
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Specializing in fly control and Drain and Moth Flies, Do It Yourself Pest Control provides the products and expertise you need for residential and commercial control of Drain and Moth Flies. ... The larvae and pupae of the moth fly live in the thin gelatinous film found in drains, septic tank field lines or filter stones.
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Moth Fly, Psychoda sp. ... Habitat: Breeds in sewage filter plants and is often called a drain fly. It also breeds in moist areas in the house such as clogged overflow pipes of sinks and tubs, hence the name drain fly. ... Description: Adult moth flies are tiny (1/5 to 1/6 inch long), fuzzy, dark or grayish insects with the...
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Psychodidae - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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An annoying and troublesome pest that concerns numerous homeowners is the moth fly, also commonly known as the drain fly, filter fly, or sewage fly. Moth flies are frequently found indoors on windows, sinks and walls.
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Fungus gnats, shore flies, moth flies, and March flies occur around damp, decaying vegetation, algae, and fungi. These flies can appear ... Moth fly larvae sometimes chew plant roots in greenhouses, but this is relatively uncommon. Moth flies in buildings feed primarily inside drain pipes but are not damaging to plumbing.
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This small (about ¼ inch long), gray colored fly is characterized by having "hairy" wings so that it appears to be a moth. They are commonly seen flying in bathrooms, and when they land their wings are held roof-like over the abdomen.
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Drain Fly / Moth Fly; Insects (Insecta) / Pterygota / Flies (Diptera) / Nematocera / Moth and Sand Flies (Psychodidae); Live adult drain flies photographed at Churchill Woods Forest Preserve, DuPage County, Illinois, USA August 15, 2005;
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Common Name: Drain fly or moth fly; Scientific Name: Varies; Order: Diptera ... A drain fly or moth fly,; (Diptera: Psychodidae). Photo by Drees. ... A drain fly or moth fly. Photo by Drees.
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