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Asked September 20, 2019, 8:10 PM EDT

Hi. I've had these little pests in my home around the kitchen and in my master bathroom for a few months. They are a bit larger than an average-sized gnat. I've tried many different things to rid the rooms of these pests but have, thus far, been unsuccessful. Can you identify it for me? Thanks!!!

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1 Response

These are likely phorid flies and are associated with drain issues or a leaky pipe.

Ric Bessin