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…
For centuries, mosquitoes have been able to adapt to various environments throughout the world. Today, mosquitoes are able to thrive in a variety of regions and climates. As a result, millions of people currently face the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses. In order to effectively eliminate the mosquito population around your home, you need to understand…
Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or simply trying to enjoy your outdoor living space, it’s important that you know how to prevent your exposure to mosquitoes. Stay indoors at sunrise, sunset, and early in the evening when mosquitoes are most active. Outdoor yellow “bug” lights tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. If…
Mosquitoes are classified as a vector agent, meaning they transmit various viruses and parasites to humans without suffering harm themselves. The immune systems of mosquitoes protect them from disease by inhibiting the genetic code of the virus it carries. When a mosquito bites a human, it sends saliva, anti-coagulants, and sometimes a dangerous virus into…
Mosquitoes 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 Chikungunya is not typically known to the U.S., the CDC has confirmed 153 cases across…
Protecting yourself from mosquitoes doesn’t mean that you have to spend your days hiding inside. If you take steps to eliminate the mosquito population around your property, you and your family will be able to enjoy going outside without the fear of being vulnerable to mosquito bites. Here are two important steps that you can…
In recent years, the mosquito-carried West Nile Virus has been the subject of media headlines. However, there is another virus that you should be aware of. The United States has seen a rise in Chikungunya, an infection that is spread from the Asian tiger mosquito. It initially emerged from the Caribbean island of St. Martin…
Mosquitoes are some of the peskiest creatures that we interact with. They invade your privacy, can leave bites that consistently itch, and they can even transfer deadly diseases. Knowing basic information about mosquitoes’ biology could help control them and keep them away from your home. How & Where Mosquitoes Lay Eggs Most mosquito species will…