Mosquitoes
Assisting residential and business owners with effective pest control services throughout:
- QLD: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Toowoomba, Townsville
- NSW: Sydney, Newcastle (Hunter & Central Coast), Wagga Wagga, Nowra
- ACT: Canberra
Unveiling the Tiny Menace
The word “mosquito” (formed by mosca and diminutive ito) is Spanish for “little fly”. Mosquitoes are small, midge-like flies. Females of most species, tube-like mouthparts (called a proboscis) pierce the hosts’ skin to consume blood.
Beyond the Irritating Bite - A Deadly Threat
Thousands of species feed on the blood of various kinds of hosts, mainly vertebrates, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and even some kinds of fish. The saliva of the mosquito often causes an irritating rash that is a serious nuisance. Much more serious though, are the roles of many species of mosquitoes as vectors of diseases. In passing from host to host, some transmit extremely harmful infections such as malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, dengue fever, Ross River Fever and dog heart worm rendering it the deadliest animal family in the world.
FAQs
Mosquitoes are attracted to standing water where they can breed, as well as to human scent, body heat, and carbon dioxide. They may be drawn to your home if you have water sources like birdbaths, clogged gutters, or poorly drained areas. Overgrown vegetation and areas with high humidity can also attract mosquitoes.
To prevent mosquitoes from entering your home, make sure all windows and doors have tight-fitting screens without holes. Eliminate standing water around your property by emptying containers, cleaning gutters, and fixing any drainage issues. Use mosquito repellents, both personal (like sprays) and environmental (like citronella candles), and consider installing outdoor fans, as mosquitoes are weak fliers.
To get rid of mosquitoes indoors, you can use insecticides, mosquito traps, or electronic bug zappers. Additionally, consider using mosquito-repellent sprays or essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus, or citronella. For a more comprehensive solution, contacting a professional service like Scientific Pest Management can help ensure thorough and effective mosquito control, including treatment of breeding sites and reducing mosquito activity in and around your home.
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