Fruit Fly
Photo: University of Minnesota Department of Entomology	Size	1/16 - 1/8 inch long. (It is often challenging to recognize flies from a picture. Because different species may need to be treated differently, be sure a fly problem is correctly identified before attempting control.)
	Where/when	Found indoors in kitchens and other areas where fermenting fruits and vegetables, fermenting liquids (such as beer or wine), soft-drink containers, or trash containers can be found. Can occur at any time during the year, although fruit flies are particularly common during fall and winter.
	Significance	The fruit fly is primarily a nuisance because it can occur in large numbers. Although it can potentially contaminate food with disease-causing organisms under specific circumstances, it is generally not considered a health problem.