Drosophila melanogaster
Color: Skin Color, Red eyes
Size: 2 – 4 mm
Shape: Small oval body, large eyes
Diet: Rotting or overripe fruits, vegetables, sugary liquids
Habitat: Worldwide
They like mild climates more. 21-26°C is their ideal living norm. They are very active in summer.
They are interested in fermented foods. They live in areas such as drains and garbage disposals.
They reproduce very fast, with a life cycle of 7 – 10 days.
They lay more than 500 eggs during their lifetime.
They are active during the day and come to the light.
They carry bacteria and pathogens from decaying food to fresh food.
They cause food spoilage and health risks.
They damage crops and cause economic damage.
Their activity is seen around overripe fruits, garbage or drains.
Eggs or larvae are seen on fruit surfaces.
They are seen in areas such as sink drains, garbage disposals.
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