Mosquito

Mosquito

Mosquito

Facts, Identification & Control

Appearance

Pale brown with whitish stripes across abdomen; narrow oval shape; 1/4 to 3/8″ in length. Females are easily recognized by long thin proboscis, or mouthparts, extending from the head.

Habitat

Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water sources such as storm drains, old tires, children’s wading pools and birdbaths. They are one of the best known and most detested summer pests. Female mosquitoes bite humans and feed on our blood, leaving behind welts and itching bite sites. Mosquito-borne diseases in the United States are on the rise, including chikungunya, encephalitis, and most notably, the potentially fatal West Nile Virus.

Diet

Female mosquitoes feed on our blood. Male mosquitoes feed on plant nectars.

Behavior

Mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn, so avoid going outdoors during those times. Use insect repellent containing DEET on exposed skin whenever or wherever mosquitoes are likely to bite. To eliminate or reduce mosquito breeding sites, replace or freshen all standing water daily. This includes bird baths, ponds and unfiltered pools. Remove unnecessary vegetation and any trash from around standing water sources that cannot be eliminated. Make sure screens are in place on all doors, windows and other openings. Keep your pets protected, too, with preventative medication obtained by your veterinarian.

Mosquito Control Tips

Tips on Mosquito Control. Are you unknowingly attracting mosquitoes to your property? Mosquitoes can breed in as little as a ½ inch of standing water, so even items containing water the size of a bottle cap may be mosquito magnets. The diagram below shows the areas around the home that may be prone to mosquitoes.

  • GUTTERS: Remove leaves and other debris from gutters
  • FLOWERPOTS: Pour out stagnant water from owerpots and planters
  • GRILL COVER: Make sure water isn’t gathering on top of the grill cover
  • BABY POOL: Don’t let water sit in baby pools for long periods of time
  • BIRDBATH: Frequently change out the water in birdbaths
  • LEAKY PIPES: Repair any leaky pipes or faucets
  • TIRES: Drill holes in the bottom of tire swings and wheel barrels to allow water to drain
  • TRASH CANS: Ensure trash cans are tightly sealed and lids aren’t ipped upside down
  • BUCKETS: Remove water collecting in buckets and toys
  • PONDS: Keep swimming pools and ponds adequately treated

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