The Miami Herald reported today that a man from Miami-Dade county contracted the first locally acquired case of the West Nile virus since 2009. The article states that the confirmation has led to a mosquito advisory being issued for the Miami-Dade County. The man has since fully recovered from the disease, which claimed the lives…
Pesky mosquitoes are the bane of outdoor fun everywhere. Yet they are also fascinating creatures with a plethora of finely developed traits and survival tools. Read on to learn five facts about mosquitoes: Mosquitoes Cover Large Areas There’s a reason that mosquitoes are a challenge to swat—these bugs clip along at over a mile an…
Where Do Mosquitos Breed and Lay Eggs? All mosquitos need a source of water where they can lay their eggs when breeding. The third stage of a mosquito’s life cycle is spent mostly underwater, where they feed and rest. You will find most mosquito eggs in calm, standing water sources such as large puddles or…
Mosquito control is important for more than just avoiding red and itchy mosquito bites. It also provides potentially life-saving protection from dangerous diseases such as West Nile virus, yellow fever, and even malaria. To learn more about the dos and don’ts of mosquito control, check out these informative articles. Do you seem to attract more…
Are you sick of mosquitos making a meal out of you and your family? If so, you may be looking for effective mosquito control methods. You may be tempted to rely on simple repellant methods, but these tactics often prove ineffective in preventing mosquito bites. In areas with documented cases of West Nile virus, such…
Mosquito control is essential not only for avoiding the irritation of mosquito bites but also for preventing the potentially life-threatening diseases that mosquitos can transmit. As this video demonstrates, even one mosquito bite can result in paralysis and other health complications. Devin Lenz took a nap one evening and woke up without feeling in his…
Mosquitos Pester All South Floridians It can be fun to interact with insects such as fireflies or green and brown anoles in South Florida. They pretty much keep to themselves and don’t cause any harm. And then there are mosquitos. They fly in your face, bite, and are just annoying overall. Almost all Floridians take…
The buzz of a mosquito is an unpleasant reminder that summer fun comes with a pesky price. If you want to protect yourself and your family from itchy bites this summer, you need to know the truth about mosquitos—after all, understanding the problem is the first step toward effective mosquito control. Here is the truth…
Mosquitoes are annoying little pests that leave itchy bites and spread dangerous diseases. But it is important not to let these insects prevent you from enjoying the outdoors, especially in your own backyard. If you want to learn more about avoiding mosquito bites and mosquito-borne illnesses, take a look at these helpful links. For more…
One of the most troublesome things about mosquitoes is the fact that they carry a wide range of diseases. Some of these illnesses are fatal and have drawn the attention of researchers and scientists around the world, who are all dedicated to fighting these diseases. This video documents some of the illnesses carried by many…