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Researchers have uncovered the underlying genetics that make flies so good at flying
Flies have evolved excellent flying skills thanks to a set of complicated interactions between lots of different genes that influence muscle function, wing shape and nervous system development as well as the regulation of gene expression during development, according to their study. “Fruit flies are colloquially named after their most recognizable ability: flight,” says lead […]
Fly infestations are on the rise in Ireland over the past three months
Rentokil has warned homeowners to be vigilant in protecting their homes against fly infestations following a 19% increase in callouts for the insects over the last three months, compared with the same period a year ago. The company said that it expects callouts to continue to rise in the coming months as the temperature increases […]
The best and most effective products to eradicate cluster fly infestations
It’s widely known that cluster flies are a real problem for the homeowner in both the spring and the autumn months of the year. The lifecycle develops in the soil externally during the summer months and by the time the adult flies hatch, the external temperature is too low for them to live so they […]
Types of flies that could invade your home.
Fruit flies Fruit flies are common in kitchens and can be an annual problem but are most prevalent in the summer months as they are attracted to ripened or fermenting fruits and vegetables. Adult fruit flies are approximately 3-4mm long and have red eyes, and a tan and black coloured body. They will lay their […]
Infested cat food causes fly infestation in home
The woman explains how she opened a box filled with cat food to find that it was infested with flies which then progressed and infested her house. She states she has bought multiple cans of fly killer spray to try and combat the issue. The infestation spread to the inside of and around the wheelie […]
Cluster flies – how to prevent an infestation
Cluster flies try to enter a property for a variety of reasons. There are many theories as to what these include, but scientists believe that the main reasons are pheromone left behind by previous cluster flies, scents that exist in the property, or in fact a sort of inherited memory. Cluster flies are known to […]
Cluster fly infestations
Whilst it is not currently cluster fly season, it is worth noting the signs of an invasion as they can take over lofts and homes all over the country in vast swarms. This can often lead to residents and business owners cleaning several times a day and spraying fly killer spray to desperately reduce the […]
Research shows that flies often gather into groups
It has been discovered that fruit flies can group together into clusters due to the need to congregate. This has been considered vital for the survival of the flies by scientists as it can aid in the search for food and enable them to carry out other tasks they couldn’t do alone. It is difficult […]
The different products for treating cluster flies
Seeing an infestation in your loft can be quite daunting, especially when you learn that the problem is a case of management rather than elimination. However these flies are really easy to kill and there are long term insecticides which really help manage the issue. It is also worth mentioning that you won’t ever have […]
The reason flies can hear frog’s love songs
A young PhD student from Costa Rica has been investigating the reason that a small fly in the jungle is able to hear love songs from the male frogs looking to find a mate. The fly can then find these frogs and consume their blood. Gonzalez, the student explains how being surrounded by the countryside […]