Platinum Mosquito Protection • Blog
14 May 2015 |
Why Are Mosquitoes Attracted to Light?Mosquitoes are equipped with chemical, visual, and heat sensors to determine where their prey is. These insects have also evolved to use light from the moon and other celestial bodies to allow them to navigate. When you turn on an... Read More |
14 May 2015 |
How Many Mosquitoes Are There In the World?Despite their small size and fragile bodies, mosquitoes have managed to survive on Earth for more than 30 million years. During that time, they have evolved into highly effective blood-seeking critters, capable of sensing the carbon dioxide emitted by an... Read More |
14 May 2015 |
Examining the Diseases Transmitted by MosquitoesMosquitoes can be extremely annoying, but they can also be extremely dangerous. That’s because mosquitoes are known vectors for disease, which means they can transmit diseases from one human to another. Although vector-borne illnesses aren’t as big of a threat... Read More |
14 May 2015 |
Spotlight on a New Mosquito-Borne IllnessMosquitoes can spread an alarming number of illnesses and diseases, including West Nile Virus, dengue fever, malaria, and heartworm. As if there weren’t already enough mosquito-borne illnesses to worry about, another threat is developing in the United States: Chikungunya. Although... Read More |
14 May 2015 |
A Look at How Mosquito Misting WorksTime-release outdoor residential misting systems are the latest weapons being used in Miami to control mosquitoes around the home. Mosquito misting is an effective way to rid your property of mosquitoes and other nuisance insects so you can enjoy your... Read More |