Mosquitos Control
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Mosquito Facts

Here are some facts that you might want to learn about these nasty little insects:

• Mosquitos existed since the dinosaur era that was 400 million years ago
• They could develop from eggs to adults in only six to ten days
• They are found near still water where their larvae feed and develop
• They appear to be attracted to dark colours
• Mosquitos will commonly bite you at dawn or nightfall – since they mostly attack at night. That is when their inner clocks tell them it’s feeding time
• Mosquitos are attracted to heat and they find lactic acid alluring, thus, would tend to bite people who’d just exercised
• Larger people tend to draw in more mosquitos since they produce higher carbon dioxide and lactic acid

Avoiding Mosquito Bites

It’s easy to keep mosquitos away once you’re armed with a little knowledge. There are easy ways you can keep safe and avoid some of the health dangers related to mosquito and midge bites:

• Avoid bright colours – don’t wear bright colours or use powerful scents such as perfumes and deodorants as these attract insects
• Reduce exposed skin – wear long sleeves, trousers, hats and footwear
• Use insect repellent sprays – on vulnerable skin and repelling products or candles when sitting
• Avoid areas with water – maintain clear of slow-moving or stagnant or still water
• Tuck trousers into socks – if hiking through brush or rough grass, avoid brushing through long grass or bushes

Top Tips to Keep Mosquitos at Bay

In Australia, it is rare for mosquitos or biting insects to transmit diseases. The primary danger from mosquito bites is the potential skin irritation, which might further add risk for infection. Reaction to bites will vary from person to person. Symptoms that develop are only our immune system’s reaction to their spit. Mosquitos do not actually inject anything into us when they bite. Mozzies are synonymous with Australia but that doesn’t mean we enjoy it. There are a few things you can do about your home or business to prevent these pesky pests:

• Keep windows shut – after dark, keep windows and entryways closed or block out the light with shades
• Insect screens – fit fly displays to windows
• Clear up – clear up dead mosquitos, as they provide a tasty snack for other pests like carpet beetles
• Spread water – cover water butts with all-around fitted tops to counteract mosquito hatchlings in the water
• No standing water – do not leave standing water (in watering jars for instance) as this gives mosquitos a spot to breed
• Natural predators – if you have a garden pond, consider getting some goldfish as they will eat mosquito larvae
• Natural repellents – try natural repellents such as citronella, neem oil, peppermint oil, lemon lavender oil, witch hazel, garlic, lavender and vanilla extract

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