Super Ninja Fruit Fly Trap - Single Pack - Highly Effective Ecological Fruit Fly Traps Indoor - Environmentally Responsible Fruit Fly Killer - User Friendly - Up to 3 Weeks per Bottle

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Fruit flies have a very keen sense of smell, as this normally points them in the direction of food. But while they love the smell of delicious rotting fruit and vegetables, there are certain smells that they despise. And you can use that to your advantage when looking to get rid of fruit flies. You should always deal with damp in your home, but this is especially important if you’re trying to get rid of fruit flies. That’s because fruit flies love to hang out near standing water, whether that’s a full sink, a dripping shower, or even a leak elsewhere in your house. If zapping flies and other flying bugs is not your style, head over to our How do you stop flies coming into the house and conservatory? guide for some less violent ways to deter and kill flies. As suggested by their name, fruit flies are big fans of fruit. And while you might not think anything of having a fruit bowl on your kitchen counter, this could be doing more harm than good. That’s because fruit flies will do everything they can to get near ripened fruits and vegetables - and they’ll even lay their eggs on them.

This ASPECTEK – Fly and Insect Killer stands nicely on its own feet on a flat surface, or you can hang it up with the (included) chain. This is a fly killer for indoor use only. Some reviewers said that this trap does work, but that it doesn’t attract or catch more (or as many) as homemade fruit fly traps.By doing this, you should be able to keep fruit flies at bay for longer. FAQs What is the fastest way to get rid of fruit flies?

We think that this Concise Home and Insect Killer is a great alternative that is worth considering, although it is worth noting that it is more suitable for indoor use where it is placed in a more permanent location. House flies (blue bottles) are not attracted to the blue UV lights You can get mains powered models, these are dangerous if not used correctly so be very careful. They are very powerful and will kill flies instantly. They are easier to use once set up because there is no changing batteries or recharging.Pro tip: Think throwing away infested produce is enough to get rid of these pests? Think again. Fruit flies can (and will) continue breeding within trash bags, drains and garbage disposals. Be sure to throw away rotten produce before your little friends move in for good. The Method To give them less opportunity to do so, try and dry out any damp spots you have. You could do this by fixing any pipe problems you have or using a dehumidifier to pull out any excess moisture in the air.

Consider the appearance of the trap, or if you want it to, look for one that can be hidden if you don’t want the eyesore. Some are designed to blend in as decorations too. The Different Types of Fruit Fly Traps: Pros and Cons Compared This Super Ninja FruitFlyTrap is brilliant and works very well on tiny fruit flies – I know it looks large in the picture, but it’s only about 4cm x 4cm in size thereabouts, so is very discrete The natural liquid only contains food products, is completely non-toxic and is not deadly to fruit flies. The flies die of old age or exhaustion. How to use: When it comes to the build quality, it seems well built, and I’ve had no issues. When it comes to specs, this fly killer is 4000v, and the UV light is an 18W 365nm wavelength UV light. You can replace the bulb, but this is something I have not yet had to do. I also know it’s rated to an IPX4 rating. This means it can be used outdoors but only when protected from rain, either when it isn’t raining, or when it’s placed underneath some sort of shelter, such as a gazebo or parasol. Basically, any location where it is sheltered. Just be aware you can’t leave it out in the rain.Next working day delivery is not available for the Scottish Highlands and some remote areas where an additional charge may apply. Potential benefits: Inexpensive, proven fruit fly attractor, gives rotting fruit a new use Items Needed After catching the most fruit flies, continue to use 1 fruit fly catcher per week per location to nip new pests directly into the bud. The Fruit Fly Ninja is made from biodegradable and recycled plastic and can be thrown away with the plastic waste. All you have to do is place a bowl of apple cider vinegar on the kitchen counter, with cling film over the top. Then, pierce holes in the plastic.

The Concise Home and Insect Killer 40W is a long and flat electric fly killer that is a good alternative to the Sahara Sailor Mosquito Killer Lamp if you want something that is a little more advanced. Two 20W UV tube lights run horizontally within an aluminium alloy and plastic structure. Potential benefits: Gives rotting fruit a new use, a valid excuse to dump a beer you’re not a fan of Items Needed So, use this sweet spot as a way to catch them by leaving an open bottle of wine on the kitchen counter. The bottle can be empty, but this option will work best if there are a few drops of wine left over.In terms of safety, it has an external metal cage so you can’t touch the electric part of the UV bulb. These mains-powered electric fly zappers are very powerful, so be careful. Pros