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fruit flies fly an average of 1.5 miles an hour and they do not eat flesh just fruits 'n' stuff look it up on any trusted site about flies hope this helped :-)

For more scientific information on them try this article: http://www.thebugsquad.com/fruit-flies/drosophila-melanogaster

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Where is the gene for fruit flies eye color?

The gene for fruit fly eye color is located on the X chromosome. It codes for a protein called "eye color," which determines the pigmentation in the eyes of the fruit fly. Mutations in this gene can lead to different eye colors in fruit flies.


How do fruit flies get on fruit?

Fruit flies are attracted to ripe or fermenting fruits due to the smell of ethanol that is produced. They can fly long distances and can enter homes through open windows or doors. Once they find a suitable food source, they lay eggs on the fruit, and the larvae hatch and feed on the fruit, leading to an infestation.


Do fruit flies have blood, and what happens to it when you kill them?

Fruit flies do have blood, but it is not the same as human blood. When a fruit fly is killed, its blood is released and eventually dries up.


What is the composition of a fruit fly's blood and how does it differ from other insects?

A fruit fly's blood, called hemolymph, is composed of water, proteins, sugars, and other molecules. Unlike other insects, fruit flies have specialized cells called hemocytes that help with immune responses and wound healing. This makes their blood unique compared to other insects.


Why is the fruit fly so dangerous?

Fruit flies are not dangerous to humans as they do not bite or transmit diseases. However, they can be a nuisance as they infest and contaminate food. Additionally, fruit flies can reproduce quickly, leading to large populations if not controlled.

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Are you eating fruit fly larva when you eat fruit with fruit flies on it?

You probably are if female fruit flies were on it.


Give 10 alliterations starting with the fly?

The Flies fly over fields of fruit. The Flying flies fly far. The Flipping flies fly fanatically The flies fly with flipping wings. the Fruit flies are fanatics for fruit fThe ruit flies fight Finland flies freakishly. That's all i can think of at the mo!! ohh it has to start with specifically THE FLY!! SOZ


Where is the gene for fruit flies eye color?

The gene for fruit fly eye color is located on the X chromosome. It codes for a protein called "eye color," which determines the pigmentation in the eyes of the fruit fly. Mutations in this gene can lead to different eye colors in fruit flies.


Why do fruit flies have white eyes?

they dont well actually some fruit flies do. it depends on if they are a mutant type of fruit fly or not. there are also flies that have messed up wings, these types of flies are called vestigial. there are also fruit flies that don't even have eyes. all of these types of fruit flies are mutants and are used for testing.


What are fruit flies?

Well, if it is a fruit fly, it shouldn't be wingless.


Are you eating fruit fly larva when you eat fruit that had fruit flies on it?

When eating fruit that had fruit flies on it, it is very possible that you are consuming fruit fly larvae. Most will not survive through the human digestive system.


Are you eating fruit fly larva when you eat fruit that onece had fruit flies on it?

Probably.


When are fruit flies decomposers?

Fruit flies are in fact decomposers. Ripe or rotting fruit is a mainstay in the diet of a fruit fly. Fruit flies also breed and lay larva in these environment.


Are fruit flies decomposers?

Fruit flies are in fact decomposers. Ripe or rotting fruit is a mainstay in the diet of a fruit fly. Fruit flies also breed and lay larva in these environment.


Do flies fly fast?

yes


Are there a lot of fruit flies?

There are over 6500 species of flies beloning to the "tephritidae" and "drosophilidae" (fruit fly) families.


What is a fruit fly diet?

The diet is lots of fruit that's where they get there name fromWRONG.FRUIT FLIES DON'T EAT.HAH.WE WIN.