4. Leftover Red Wine Fruit Fly Trap
Fruit flies are attracted to the fermented aroma of wine. A small amount left in the bottom of a bottle can become a convenient DIY trap.
What You Need
- A wine bottle or narrow glass
- A small amount of red wine
- One drop of dish soap, if using a glass
How to Make It
Leave approximately two centimeters of wine in the bottom of the bottle. Place the bottle near the infestation.
The narrow neck helps restrict escape. When using a wide glass instead, add one drop of dish soap to the wine.
Who It Suits Best
This option is best for adults who already have leftover wine and want to reuse it instead of discarding it immediately.
Setup Tips
Red wine often has a strong fermented aroma, but white wine can also work. Do not place the trap where children or pets can reach it.
Dispose of the contents responsibly and wash the container thoroughly.
Benefits
- Reuses leftover wine
- Requires almost no preparation
- Provides a strong fermented scent
- A narrow bottle acts as a built-in funnel
- Useful near beverage storage or recycling bins
