Psychodidae, also called drain flies, sink flies, filter flies, [2] sewer flies, or sewer gnats, is a family of true flies. Some genera have short, hairy bodies and wings, giving them a "furry" moth-like appearance, hence one of their common names, moth flies. [2]

2024年6月9日 · Drain flies (Psychodidae family) are tiny flies that feed on sludge and stagnant water. To get rid of them, find the source and clean it up.

Adult drain flies, Psychoda spp., are commonly seen resting on the walls of bathrooms, building exteriors, and showers near appropriate larval habitats. The larvae can be found feeding on the film of wet organic material that can accumulate in drains.

2025年1月16日 · The scientific name Psychodidae can apply to all types of drain flies that live near water of varying temperatures. Here’s what you need to know about identifying drain flies and getting rid of...

2024年1月21日 · Adult resembles a tiny moth; wings at rest held roof-like over body (moth flies; subfamily Psychodinae) or together above body (Phlebotominae); veins hairy, parallel, with no cross-veins in outer ⅔ of wing; antennae long, 12‒16 bulbous segments, each with ring of long hairs (plumose). 1. Ross H. Arnett. 2000. CRC Press. 2.

Psychodidae (Figures 1(e) and 2(f)). Sand flies, drain flies, and moth flies are typical representatives of this family. Although the first of these are hematophagous and include species capable of disease transmission, most psychodids do not bite and are harmless to …

The Psychodinae are the nominate subfamily of moth flies (Psychodidae), also known as drain flies. Like most of their relatives, they are usually found in damp habitats; some occur in caves. The small larvae are aquatic or semi-terrestrial; the adults are winged and capable of flight.