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…
Mosquitos are a nuisance, but at least their presence and activity are not entirely unpredictable. Mosquitos 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…
The mosquito population has become a major world health concern because these small parasites can carry and transmit a range of diseases to their human victims. Every year, mosquitos grow and quickly multiply in stagnant water, which is a common feature in areas with humid climates, like Florida. Individuals who live in these humid environments…
Every Florida resident understands the nuisance mosquitos can be. At Platinum Mosquito Protection, our only purpose is to eliminate the mosquitos 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…
Mosquitoes 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 in Miami, FL and the rest of the U.S. as they are in some third-world…
How Long Have Mosquitos 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 mosquitos. Over the years, mosquitos have evolved in various ways to adapt and increase their chances…
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 outdoor light at night, mosquitoes can become confused during their hunt for prey. They may…
Mosquitos sure are pesky insects—their bites can cause swollen, red, itchy bumps that last for days. However, mosquitos can also be dangerous to humans. In fact, mosquitos are the deadliest creatures on Earth. While the worst disease spread by mosquitos, malaria, is relatively rare in Florida, there are other serious mosquito-borne illnesses that Miami residents…
Malaria has long been thought to be a disease of the tropical regions. In recent years, however, malaria has been re-emerging as a significant risk to U.S. populations. Travelers returning to the U.S. from tropical countries are sometimes infected with malaria after being bitten abroad. If a traveler infected with malaria is bitten by an…