Fruit Flies vs. Gnats: What's Buzzing in Your Air Space?

When tiny flying insects take over your kitchen or hover around your houseplants, you're probably facing one of the most common flying insects. But how can you tell if they're fruit flies vs. gnats ?

These pests are about the same size and equally annoying, but they come from different places and require different methods to get rid of.

Understanding the key differences between fruit flies and gnats can help you identify what you're dealing with and—most importantly—eliminate the problem quickly.

Fruit Flies: The Sugar Addicts

Fruit flies are attracted to sugary juices and decomposing fruit. You’ll most likely find them near your fruit bowl, sink drain, garbage disposal, or any spot with fresh and decomposing fruit.

Dark-eyed fruit flies and red eyed fruit flies are the most common