Mosquito control is an important factor in eliminating mosquito-bourne diseases. If you live in the South Florida area, here are five things that you need to know about some of the winged inhabitants. 1. How Many Types of Mosquito Live in Florida? There are in fact more species of mosquito in Florida than any other…
Mosquitoes are more than just a mere nuisance here in South Florida. These pests carry dangerous diseases, which could have an effect on you and your family. Here are some of the most common mosquito-borne diseases — and how you can get rid of mosquitoes on your property. 1. Chikungunya Chikungunya is a viral disease…
As you fire up the barbecue to entertain family and friends, the last thing that you want is a bunch of mosquitoes crashing the party. With a little preparation, you can make sure that your next get-together is mosquito-free. Mow the Lawn: Keeping your grass short will provide adult mosquitoes with fewer places to hide.…
Over the course of history, mosquitoes have helped spread a number of devastating diseases. Even today, these blood-sucking insects remain a worldwide problem. Here are some important facts you need to know about the Zika virus. What is Zika? Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that’s triggered a lot of fear. During the 2016 Summer Olympic Games…
With the threat of mosquito-borne viruses like Zika, West Nile and encephalitis in the news, the subject of mosquito repellents is being discussed a lot, but you shouldn’t believe everything that you hear. After all, whenever a topic gets people talking, it’s a safe bet that at least a few myths are coloring the conversation.…
Mosquitoes can ruin a fun outdoor get-together real fast. No one can have a good time when they’re being swarmed by starving little vampires. But you can’t let a bunch of tiny insects tell you what you can and can’t do. The presence of mosquitoes should never determine how you schedule your outdoor activities. The…