The grassfly worm, also known as the grass dragonfly, is a common predatory insect. Their larvae are called aphids because they feed mainly on aphids. Grassfly insects play an important ecological role in nature, they can effectively control the number of pests such as aphids and maintain ecological balance. However, when grassfly insects fly into their homes, people tend to feel troubled and upset. So, why are there grassfly insects around? Why do grassfly insects fly to the house?
First of all, we need to understand the living habits of grassfly insects. Both the adults and larvae of grassfly insects have a strong ability to fly, and they can fly freely in the air. The adults of the grassfly are mainly active during the day, while the larvae are nocturnal. The lifespan of grassfly insects varies from species to species, generally around a year. During breeding, females lay eggs in leaves, grass, etc., while hatching larvae look for food.
The diet of grassfly insects is mainly various pests, such as aphids, mites, lepidoptera larvae, etc. The larvae of grassfly insects have a strong ability to prey, and one larvae can prey on dozens of aphids every day. Therefore, grassfly insects are an important natural enemy insects in nature and play an important role in maintaining ecological balance.
So why do grassfly insects fly to homes? There are several main reasons for this:
1. Find food: The larvae of grassfly insects mainly feed on pests, and plants at home may attract a large number of pests. When the larvae of grassfly insects sense the presence of these pests, they fly to their homes to prey. In addition, the adults of grassfly insects also look for flowers for pollination, so they may mistakenly enter the home.
2. Reproductive needs: grassfly insects need to lay eggs in a suitable environment during breeding. Plants, furniture, etc. in the home may become an ideal place for them to lay eggs. Especially some wooden furniture, wooden floors, etc., have a flat surface and moderate humidity, which is very suitable for grassfly insects to lay eggs.
3. Environmental changes: With the acceleration of urbanization, the natural environment has been greatly damaged. The space constraints of many insects have forced them to find new habitats. As a result, grassfly insects may fly to their homes in search of a suitable living environment.
4. The impact of human activities: Some human activities may also indirectly affect the living habits of grassfly insects. For example, the use of pesticides, insecticides, etc. may damage the ecological environment of grassfly insects, resulting in their inability to survive in nature. In this case, grassfly insects may choose to fly to the home in search of a safe living environment.
Since grassfly insects fly into homes, how should we respond? Here are some suggestions:
1. Keep your home clean: Grassfly insects like to live in a dirty environment, so keeping your home clean is the key to preventing grassfly insects from invading. Regular cleaning, especially in the kitchen and bathroom, can reduce the growth of grassfly worms.
2. Sealed doors and windows: grassfly insects can enter the room through doors and windows, so make sure that the doors and windows are closed at night or when leaving home for a long time. Screen windows or curtains can be used to block the entry of grassfly insects.
3. Use insect repellent: There are many insect repellents on the market that can be used to deal with grassfly insects. You can choose a spray-type insect repellent and spray it on furniture, walls and floors where grassfly insects can easily hide. However, it is important to follow the product instructions when using insect repellent to avoid harm to humans and pets.
4. Clean up food residues: grassfly insects feed on rotten food, so clean food residues on kitchens and tableware in time to avoid attracting grassfly worms. At the same time, store food in an airtight container to prevent grassfly insects from invading.
5. Use natural insect repellent methods: In addition to chemical insect repellents, you can also use some natural insect repellent methods. For example, keep plants such as lavender, lemon, mint, etc. at home, and the smell of these plants can repel grassfly insects. In addition, you can use items common in the household, such as vinegar and soapy water, to make insect repellents.
6. Use biological control methods: planting some plants that are beneficial to grassfly insects at home, such as mint, lemon balm, etc., can attract grassfly insects to prey on pests. In addition, some environmentally friendly biological control methods can be used, such as the introduction of natural enemies such as ladybirds and centipedes to control pest populations.
In short, grassfly insects fly to their homes because they are looking for food, breeding, or looking for a new living environment. We should respect and protect these beneficial insects and deal with their troubles through reasonable methods. At the same time, we should also pay attention to environmental protection, reduce the impact of human activities on the natural world, and create a good living environment for insects such as grassflies.