do fruit flies bite

 Fruit flies, also known as vinegar flies, are tiny insects that are commonly found around fruits and vegetables, particularly those that are overripe or starting to decay. While fruit flies may be a nuisance, they do not bite humans.

Fruit flies feed on the juices of fruits and other decaying organic matter, such as compost and garbage. They have small, sponge-like mouthparts that allow them to absorb fluids from their food. They do not have biting mouthparts like some other types of insects, such as mosquitoes or gnats.

While fruit flies do not bite, they can still be a nuisance in the home. They can contaminate food and can reproduce quickly, leading to large populations in a short amount of time. To prevent fruit flies from becoming a problem, it's important to keep your kitchen and other areas where food is stored clean and free of debris, and to dispose of any overripe or decaying fruits and vegetables promptly.