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### **How to Get Rid of Pesky Fruit Flies in the Kitchen with These Simple Tricks**
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### **Why Do Fruit Flies Invade Your Kitchen?**
Fruit flies are drawn to the smell of **fermenting or ripening foods**, such as bananas, apples, tomatoes, and even sugary beverages. These small insects breed rapidly, with one fruit fly laying up to 500 eggs at a time! The eggs often hatch in less than 24 hours, which is why infestations can feel overwhelming.
### **Effective Tricks to Eliminate Fruit Flies**
#### **1. Apple Cider Vinegar Trap**
Apple cider vinegar is a popular and highly effective way to lure and trap fruit flies.
– **What You Need**:
– ½ cup apple cider vinegar
– A few drops of dish soap
– A small bowl or jar
– Plastic wrap (optional)
– **Why It Works**: The sweet, fermented smell of apple cider vinegar attracts the flies, and the dish soap traps them.
**2. Create a Red Wine Trap**
Just like apple cider vinegar, red wine’s sweet, fermented scent is irresistible to fruit flies.
– **What You Need**:
– A small amount of red wine (any leftover will work)
– Dish soap
– A bowl or jar