A home-made fly trap thats very effective
Media consistancy problems
When preparing food for the flies, it is easy to make it too hard or too soft. This is an advantage of the Sussex media mentioned in Fruit fly food which is right every time. Too wet media can be countered by inserting twisted or screwed kitchen roll or newspaper - both absorbing some moisture and creating walkways for the flies. This can be done in any case, and can increase fly yields if there is often a shortage of pupation sites.
Mold
Mold is scarcely a problem if mold inhibitors are used, but also moldy cultures are usually lightly populated. The flies (and larvae) prevent mold when present in great enough numbers. Using narrow vials with a small surface area certainly helps. When reusing old vials ensure they are cleaned efficiently - failure to do so will also increase the likelihood of mold. A soak in weak bleach can help, but make sure they are rinsed thoroughly afterwards.
Mites
Can destroy a culture. Some merely feed on the media with the flies, but some are parasitic or egg eating. Mites can be treated with Benzyl benzoate soaked bungs, but it is probably easier to discard all cultures and get clean fly stocks. Mite prevention is probably more appropriate, and flies should be housed away from possible contamination, such as in a larger closeable cabinet.
Flightless flies starting to fly
This does happen. Flies can breed with wild flies through thin vial tops (netting for example), or mix with them during handling. Where possible use foam bungs, and try to keep your flies in a closed space away from potential contamination. Once this happens, you really need to replace your stocks and start again.
Fly explosions
Yes they will get out. I use a vinegar trap; vial of vinegar with a perforated tin foil lid. The flies head straight for it.
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Vienna, Georgia, 310**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$10
Due to winter months and cold temps, live arrival is voided without purchase of a heat pack! please be aware of this when purchasing. Live arrival voided during extreme temps. HEAT PACK OPTION AVAILABLE IF YOUR TEMPS WILL BE HIGH
Will have excelsior for surface area
DISCLAIMER: as we enter winter temps, there is a risk that cultures will not arrive alive or producing, because of this I have included a heat pack option. I will also be shipping priority VS first class so prices have ...
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Statesboro, Georgia, 304**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$39
FRUIT FLY CULTURE MEDIA
Our Instant Formula for Drosophila Culture
Discover the ultimate solution for your fruit fly culture needs with our premium mixture, designed to enhance the nutritional value of fruit flies when used as feeders. This specially formulated media is packed with essential nutrients to ensure optimal growth and vitality
Key Features:
Fortified with Essential Nutrients: Enriched with minerals, trace elements, vitamins, and carotenoids....
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Xenia, Ohio, 453**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$28
? LIVE FRUIT FLY CULTURE ?? 2 PACK (HYDEI & MELANOGASTER)
What You??re Buying
You are purchasing a 2-pack of live, actively producing fruit fly cultures, freshly prepared and shipped with care
Each order includes your selected combination of:
?? Golden Hydei
?? Black Hydei
?? Melanogaster
All cultures are professionally mixed with nutrient-rich media and designed for strong, consistent production
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? Perfect For Feeding:
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Etters, Pennsylvania, 173**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$25
The product is a Winglessless fruit fly culture kit + 1 additional container of just-add-flies food designed for dart frogs and reptiles. Produced by the brand Crazy Frog Lady, this product provides a convenient and natural way to feed your pets. The fruit flies are a nutritious food source for many reptiles and amphibians, promoting healthy eating habits and reducing the need for processed diets. With this product, you can easily maintain a steady supply of live insects for your pets to enjoy ...
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Shullsburg, Wisconsin, 535**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$8
Although "Turkish Gliders" are a strain of D. melanogaster and are flightless, they are capable of gliding in a downward spiral and inclined to hopping and being more active than regular D. melanogaster making them an enriching activity for your pets!
Looking for an easy and reliable feeder insect for your dart frogs, fish, mantids, or juvenile reptiles? Our Turkish Glider Fruit Fly Cultures are the perfect choice! These small, flightless fruit flies can be easily produced at home ...
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