First, take a deep breath. You are not a bad person. You just left a peach out for three extra days. That’s not a crime, it’s a party invitation.
Fruit flies are basically tiny, winged detectives. They can smell rotting fruit from a mile away. And they think your compost bin is a five-star resort.
So, why are they choosing your house? Because you have food. Specifically, you have food that is starting to get a little funky. Check your onion bin. Is there a soft spot? Bingo.
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Let’s play a game called “Where is the Rot?” Look under your sink. Is there a trash bag from three Tuesdays ago? That’s a luxury condo for these guys.
Don’t forget the drain. It’s a dark, moist jungle full of slimy goodness. They love laying eggs in that gunk. It’s like a nursery with free snacks.
Also, that bottle of wine you forgot to finish? It’s basically a swimming pool. And they are terrible at pool safety. One tiny sip and they drown—but not before leaving fifty babies behind.
