Why is it so hard to swat a fly?

Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by i_feel_great on Sunday September 17, 2017 @08:55AM (#15269386)

Three techniques: 1. Move your open hand towards the fly very slowly until you are 5cm (2 in) away then slap. 2. Move both hands slowly towards the fly and "clap" to catch it. 3. Blow gently downwards onto the fly, then slowly increase the force of the blowing. You might then be able to pin its wing to the surface.

Yes, I have a lot of time on my hands.

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Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by roceasta on Sunday September 17, 2017 @09:17AM (#15269458)

>Yes, I have a lot of time on my hands.

Also a lot of fly goo.

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Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by dredmorbius on Sunday September 17, 2017 @10:49AM (#15269863)

Spray fly with water.

The spray is likely to hit it. Wet flies don't.

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Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by SomeStupidPoint on Sunday September 17, 2017 @01:08PM (#15270573)

I like the electrified swatters.

Mostly because they make an awesome sound.

Also, the greatly reduced drag and holes in the surface give fewer warnings to the fly that it's about to be hit, while the use of a tool allows for faster hits. It's really a pretty great invention to kill a lot of flying insects.

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Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by travmatt on Sunday September 17, 2017 @11:32AM (#15270059)

I've had success with blowing on them before I whack them - I remember hearing they also use changes in the air pressure as a cue to move.

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Re:Why is it so hard to swat a fly? by agumonkey on Sunday September 17, 2017 @10:20AM (#15269704)

Proper scientist

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