As the sun sets and the temperature drops, you may be heading indoors for the night. But mosquitoes are just getting started. These pests are most active at dusk and dawn, when they come out to feed on blood.But why are mosquitoes more active at night? The Science Behind Why Mosquitoes Love the Nighttime Hours …
Bugs, rodents, and other pests can be a big problem – especially when it comes to mosquitoes. These pesky insects are not only annoying, but they can also transmit diseases like Zika virus and West Nile virus. So how do you avoid being bitten by a mosquito?There are several things you can do to make …
Mosquitoes have been around for over two hundred million years, and are a real annoyance. A Spanish name given to this annoying little pest, mosquito goes by several nicknames, including mozzies in Africa and gnats in Europe. As they kill almost two million people around the world each year, mosquitoes are deemed by many as …
Everyone hates mosquitoes and we all have a natural instinct to swat them dead. The only interaction we wish for with these pesky disease-spreading insects is the one after a perfectly-timed open hand splat. Of course, some people prefer torches and sprays instead of dirtying their hands. However, sometimes good ole’ Mother Nature does the …
Mosquitoes can be a pain in the neck, arm, and ankles – and just about anywhere else we didn’t want to or forgot to cover up. Since you’re planning a visit to Alaska, you’ve made a sensible decision to look up ‘when are mosquitoes worst in Alaska?’ Well, not only are we going to answer …
Mosquito populations across the US have grown in recent years and they are starting to become a nuisance. You may be surprised to learn that their numbers are still lower today than they were a couple of centuries ago. The swamps and meadowlands of States like Florida and New Jersey were brimming with these insects …
It is the end of the pandemic. You’re traveling to Costa Rica with your family on vacation. After all the restrictions and social distancing measures you’ve had to adhere to for an entire year, you’re finally ready to let loose and immerse yourself in the liberating tropical setting of Costa Rica’s rainforests. You’re itching to …
Based on where you live, it may seem like the mosquito period runs all year long. For certain states, this may be true but not valid for others. So, which category does Texas fall into? The period during which mosquitoes are active in Texas is between March and October. Mosquitoes come out of their hiding …
Buzz, buzz, buzz… annoying little buggers, aren’t they? What are we talking about? Why, mosquitos of course! These flappy little bugs land on your skin to suck your blood. The moment you see them perched on your arm, as ugly as they please, it feels like they are sucking your essence. Swatting them with your …
Mosquitoes are attracted to standing water like moths to a flame. If you have a birdbath (or even a fountain, etc.) in your garden, it’ll end up being the perfect breeding ground for thousands of these pesky insects. Most people look for simple options like removing any standing water from around their house – this …