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I found this bug on my arm after cleaning my moms assisted living apartment. There were also little bugs in the toilet. She will be moving in soon. Wh...
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Asked August 24, 2018, 5:23 PM EDT
I found this bug on my arm after cleaning my moms assisted living apartment. There were also little bugs in the toilet. She will be moving in soon. What are these bugs and should I have them exterminate before she moves in.
Hartford County Connecticut
Expert Response
This could be s drain fly, but the photo is not clear enough for a positive identification. See fact sheet link. https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/ENT-41
Drain flies live in scum on the inside of drains of sinks, tubs and showers. Use a bottle brush to clean drain walls.
Other insects it might be are gnats that will come through screens attracted to light at night.
Regards,
Carol Quish
UConn
