Mosquitos are top of everyone’s avoid list. This pest goes far beyond annoyance and the diseases they carry are well documented. Find out how to avoid/remove these dangerous critters.
Do you notice that there are more mosquitoes at night when you are about to go to sleep? There is one simple reason for this — most mosquito species are nocturnal, meaning they are more active at night. Here are some tips to prevent mosquito bites while you sleep Why you don’t want mosquito bites … Read more
You are out camping in the great outdoors with your friends, and you notice that one person in your group is getting bitten by mosquitoes more than anyone else. This makes you wonder why… So, are there genetic factors that make one person more attractive to mosquitoes than another? Yes, and one of these factors … Read more
You have probably experienced mosquitoes buzzing around you at some time or another… After all, they are extremely common, and your property may be an attractive breeding ground for these irritating, and potentially harmful, insects. But that is the thing, their buzzing — it is so annoying —particularly around your ears! So, why do mosquitoes … Read more
We all know that mosquitoes are extremely dangerous creatures. They are some of the most notorious spreaders of deadly diseases like dengue and malaria. But why do mosquitoes need blood? 1. Mosquitoes need blood to reproduce For mosquitoes, it’s a life or death situation. They basically have no choice but to suck blood to survive … Read more
We have all been bitten by mosquitoes… If we are lucky, we are just left with itchy red bumps on our skin. But those of us who are not so lucky can catch deadly diseases like dengue and malaria from mosquito bites. But have you ever wondered why you seem to mostly get bitten by … Read more
The rainy season has its pros and cons. One pro is that it can make you appreciate your home more, as you snuggle down, drinking your coffee, staring out at the downpour outside your window. But a major con is that mosquitoes love the rainy season. So, how to avoid mosquitoes during the rainy season? … Read more
We all know that mosquitoes are some of the deadliest creatures in the world. They kill hundreds of thousands of people every year through the diseases they spread. But did you know that mosquitoes are actually beneficial to humans and the environment? Here are seven benefits of mosquitoes to humans. 1. They may lead to … Read more
Believe it or not, mosquitoes are the deadliest creatures in the world, claiming millions of lives every year with a variety of diseases like dengue and malaria. There is obviously a need to protect yourself from these small yet dangerous insects. Can essential oils help – are essential oils effective against mosquitoes? Why you should … Read more
Bug zappers are some of the most common pest control devices out there. When properties get infested with flies, wasps, and other flying pests, bug zappers are the first insect traps that spring to mind. But what about mosquitoes? Do bug zappers work against mosquitoes as well? How bug zappers work Bug zappers are pest … Read more
Do you notice that some people attract mosquitoes more than others? One reason for this is that mosquitoes are attracted to certain scents. So, these unfortunate people may have a scent on them that make them more attractive to mosquitoes. Here we explain what the four scents that attract mosquitoes are, so you will know … Read more