Black Fig Fly

Black Fig Fly

Premature fig fruit drop is a primary symptom of the fruit fig fly. The black fig fly is an invasive insect was detected in Southern California in 2021 and is now known to occur in Santa Clara County. The Alameda Master Gardeners published an article, Black Fig Fly Threatens California Figs, that summarizes the latest information. Unfortunately, as you will see, there are not many management guidelines, but read the article to learn what you can do.

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