Insect ID

here is your answer Teresa

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/zucchini/controlling-zucchini-insects.htm#:~:text=Aphids%20are%20one%20of%20the,ants%20feed%20on%20the%20honeydew.

They look like aphids. A warm soap and water wash will usually get rid of them. You might need to repeat the process...

I agree with the aphids , that's what they look like to me too :)

Fruit flies

I also think these are fruit flies.

Another vote for fruit flies. Here's what you can do about them:

https://plantophiles.com/plant-care/fruit-flies-in-plants/

Over the years I have heavily relied on companion plants to repel insects naturally. You could Google companion plants and see what repels pests from specific plants.

Here's a link for squash:

https://www.companionplantingchart.com/vegetables/squash/

They look like aphids. Spray with Neem oil or warm, soapy water. Also, ladybugs are a natural predator.

Red & Black Flies on Squash Plants | Home Guides …

Hello. This link might be helpful.

https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/cucumber-squash-melon-other-cucurbit-insect-pests/

If it is sticky it is probably aphids

Hi Teresa, hope this helps you out,

https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-of-squash-bugs/