If you leave standing water around your home, your property may turn into a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Standing water is crucial for mosquitoes to complete each stage in their developmental lifecycle. Even if mosquito eggs are laid in cold winter months, the water allows them to survive until spring. A mosquito’s life can be…
A person’s genetic makeup might make them a mosquito magnet. Female mosquitoes are the only ones that bite, and they need blood to fertilize their eggs. Genetics can make a difference in how attractive a person is to them. Carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes, so the more a person gives off, the more likely they are…
At Platinum Mosquito Protection, we pride ourselves on offering clients safe, effective systems that eliminate or repel mosquitoes and other small insects. Our automatic spray systems use insecticides that contain Pyrethrum, a natural ingredient derived from the chrysanthemum flower, and Permethrin, a synthetic form of Pyrethrum. Mosquitoes and other small insects are killed once they…
You probably already know that mosquitoes can transmit diseases to humans, but did you know that mosquitoes can also be harmful to your cat? Below, learn how mosquitoes can hurt your furry feline and what to do to protect your cat. Mosquito Bite Hypersensitivity Mosquito bite hypersensitivity occurs when a cat’s immune system experiences a…
When mosquitoes bite, we often only see the aftermath: a swollen red bump that leaves us itchy and annoyed. In this video, learn how a mosquito bites by watching what happens when it encounters human flesh. As the mosquito slowly draws blood from its human prey, its body gradually fills with blood over the course…
Mosquitoes are a nuisance, but at least their presence and activity are not entirely unpredictable. Mosquitoes love standing water, high humidity conditions, and heavily populated places. If you run an outdoor recreation facility with a community swimming pool, are the manager of a country club, or operate a resort that is dotted by swimming pools…
In comparison to other members of the animal world, the American Giant Mosquito may not be that big. However, at 4-5 times the size of the average mosquito, the American Giant Mosquito has the propensity to alarm when landing on its prey. The good news is at the American Giant Mosquito is not known to…
Every Florida resident understands the nuisance mosquitoes can be. At Platinum Mosquito Protection, our only purpose is to eliminate the mosquitoes around your home once and for all. Our automatic mosquito misting systems offer the best control over these biting pests. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention give an overview of the lifecycle of…
How Long Have Mosquitoes Been Around? There are about 3,000 different mosquito species around the world, and these insects have inhabited our planet for more than 30 million years! The United States alone hosts around 150 different types of mosquitoes. Over the years, mosquitoes have evolved in various ways to adapt and increase their chances…
Why do some people get covered in mosquito bites while others can stand outside for hours and never be bothered? Those lucky few who can get through the Florida summer without a bite haven’t necessarily unlocked the secret to the perfect mosquito control—they simply do not attract these pests. While there are a few controllable…