Are fruit flies native to England?

Question

I had never seen them before where I live but this year I can't get rid of them from my fruit bowl.

Answer 1

I think they are pretty much everywhere. I get them here too..every year because our town houses were built in an apple orchard. Put apple cidar vinegar in a glass with 2 drops of dish liquid...mix well. They'll get stuck in it and die.

Answer 2

Fruit flies are native in several countries but also they are doing studies on them in England so I would have to say yes.

The reason you are seeing them is because of your fruit bowl.
The best way to avoid problems with fruit flies is to eliminate sources of attraction. Produce which has ripened should be eaten, discarded or refrigerated. Cracked or damaged portions of fruits and vegetables should be cut away and discarded in the event that eggs or larvae are present in the wounded area. A single rotting potato or onion forgotten at the back of a closet, or fruit juice spillage under a refrigerator can breed thousands of fruit flies. So can a recycling bin stored in the basement which is never emptied or cleaned.

People who can their own fruits and vegetables, or make wine, cider or beer should ensure that the containers are well sealed; otherwise, fruit flies will lay their eggs under the lid and the tiny larvae will enter the container upon hatching. Windows and doors should be equipped with tight-fitting (16 mesh) screens to help prevent adult fruit flies from entering from outdoors.

Eradication
Once a structure is infested with fruit flies, all potential breeding areas must be located and eliminated. Unless the breeding sites are removed or cleaned, the problem will continue no matter how often insecticides are applied to control the adults. Finding the source(s) of attraction and breeding can be very challenging and often will require much thought and persistence. Potential breeding sites which are inaccessible (e.g., garbage disposals and drains) can be inspected by taping a clear plastic food storage bag over the opening overnight. If flies are breeding in these areas, the adults will emerge and be caught in the bag

Answer 3

Never seen a fruit fly, seen a house fly, (apologies to Walt Disney)

Answer 4

because of the long hot summer there are many more flies than usual which is why we are noticing them more. my local shops have sold out of flypapers and sprays. keep your food all covered even the fruit.

Answer 5

Time flies like an arrow.

Fruit flies like a banana.

Answer 6

i,v had the same problam.