Aloe Brown Spots: Scale Insects + Fungus Gnats from Overwatering

Brown spots on aloe = likely scale insects (flick off with alcohol-soaked Q-tip). The fruit-fly-sized bug = fungus gnat from overwatering.

Double Fix

Scale: Remove each with alcohol Q-tip. Spray whole plant with alcohol.
Fungus gnats: Water once with rubbing alcohol (kills larvae). Then keep plant dry—water less, empty tray always.

Overwatering rots roots → attracts gnats. Dry cycles break the cycle. Aloe needs excellent drainage and infrequent water.

Treat both, adjust watering, and your aloe will recover.

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