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Frequently Asked Questions about Black Flies

Why are Black Flies attracted to me?

Do Black Flies die in the cold in winter?

Do both male and female Black Flies bite?

Are all Black Flies black in color?

Do Black Flies live in water in old tires and puddles like mosquitoes do?

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Black Flies

Q: Why are Black Flies attracted to me?

A: Black Flies are attracted by a number of things, including exhaled carbon dioxide, clothing color, body odors, temperature and perspiration.

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Q: Do Black Flies die in the cold in winter?

A: No, they can overwinter in the egg, larval or pupal stage. They are fairly hardy in the egg stage and can withstand very cold temperatures.

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Q: Do both male and female Black Flies bite?

A: No, just the females bite and she does that to gather blood for the development of the eggs. Both the male and female feed on plant nectar for nourishment.

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Q: Are all Black Flies black in color?

A: No, actually, “Black Fly” is misleading, since they are either gray, yellow or beige in color.

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Q: Do Black Flies live in water in old tires and puddles like mosquitoes
do?

A: No, they don’t. The egg, larval and pupal stages need moving or running water for oxygen and nourishment.

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