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DIY Fruit Fly Trap

3 ingredient fruit fly trap for home and kitchen
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Keyword: pest control
Yield: 1
Author: Stacey
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • Mason Jar
  • Aluminum Foil

Materials

  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Honey
  • Liquid Dish Soap

Instructions

  • First, pour apple cider vinegar in your container, about 1/3 - halfway full.
  • Add a couple spoonfuls each of honey and dish soap. There's no exact "right" amount, so don't worry about measuring. Give your solution a gentle stir to combine the soap, honey and vinegar, without making bubbles.
  • You can use the trap as-is, with an open lid, for optimal results. However, if you're worried about spills, take a lid and poke holes in it. This will allow the fruit flies to smell the vinegar and get inside the container, but prevent any major spills.
  • Place trap where fruit flies gather and leave for a few days. Replace ingredients when smell fades, as needed.

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