Psychodidae, also called drain flies, sink flies, filter flies, [2] sewer flies, or sewer gnats, is a family of true flies. Some genera have short, hairy bodies and wings, giving them a "furry" moth-like appearance, hence one of their common names, moth flies. [2] Members of the sub-family Phlebotominae, which are hematophagous (feed on blood), may be called sand flies in some countries.
Clogmia albipunctata is a species of fly in the family Psychodidae (Diptera), with a worldwide distribution, and is commonly associated with human habitation. Other names for this insect include drain flies, sewer flies, filter flies or bathroom flies. Due to their hairy appearance, with dense setae on their bodies and long antennae, these insects are also referred to as moth flies or moth.
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Habitat Adult drain flies can be found resting on the walls of bathrooms, kitchens, or in basements. They are often seen on inside bathtubs and shower stalls during the day. They become more active at night, hovering over drains, sinks, and other breeding areas.
Drain flies can also be found around any filters, drains, or condensation drip pans of dishwashers, refrigerators, air conditioning. Drain flies, sink flies, filter flies, [1] or sewer gnats (Psychodidae) are small true flies (Diptera) with short, hairy bodies and wings giving them a "furry" moth-like appearance, hence one of their common names, moth flies. [1] There are more than 2,600 described species worldwide, most of them native to the humid tropics.
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This makes them one of the most diverse families of their order. [2. Drain flies, sink flies, filter flies, [1] or sewer gnats (Psychodidae) are small true flies (Diptera) with short, hairy bodies and wings giving them a "furry" moth-like appearance, hence one of their common names, moth flies.
[1] There are more than 2600 described species worldwide, most of them native to the humid tropics. Psychodidae, also known as moth flies or is a family of flies, drain flies, sink flies, filter flies, sewer flies, or sewer gnats, that belongs to the order Diptera. The family comprises approximately 1,200 species, which are found worldwide, except in Antarctica.
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Psychodidae are often referred to as "sewer flies" because of their ability to thrive in dark, humid environments, such as sewers. Scientific Name 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. Life Cycle Drain flies reproduce in polluted, shallow water or highly moist organic solids. The eggs, larvae and pupae can be found in the slime, or gelatinous film.
Drain flies (Psychodidae family) are tiny flies that feed on sludge and stagnant water. To get rid of them, find the source and clean it up. about drain flies, including what they look like, where they live, and how to get rid of them.
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