Mosquitos Control
Wollongong

Mosquito Facts

Here are a few facts that you should need to think about these nasty small bugs:

• Mosquitos existed since the dinosaur Era that was 400 million years ago
• They could develop from eggs to adults in only 6 to 10 times
• They are observed near water-abundant regions wherein their larvae feed and enlarge
• They seem to be attracted to dark colours
• Mosquitos will commonly bite you at sunrise or nightfall – since they mostly attack through the night. That is when their inner clocks tell them it’s feeding time
• Mosquitos are pulled into heat and they find lactic acid alluring, would tend to bite people who had just exercised
• Larger people tend to draw in more mosquitos since they create higher carbon dioxide and lactic acid

Avoiding Mosquito Bites

There are easy ways you can be protected and avoid some of the health dangers related to mosquito and midge bites:

• Avoid vibrant shades – do not wear vivid colors or use powerful scents such as perfumes and deodorants as those allure to mosquitos
• Wear clothes that cover most parts of your body such as long sleeves, pants, footwear and hats
• Use insect repellent sprays – on vulnerable skin and repelling products or candles when sitting
• Avoid areas with water – keep clear of slow moving or stagnant or still water
• Tuck pants into socks – when trekking 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 possible skin irritation, which might further add risk for disease. Reaction to bites will differ from person to person. Symptoms that develop are only our immune system’s reaction to their saliva. Mosquitos do not actually inject anything when they bite. Mozzies are synonymous with Australia but that does not mean we like it. There are a few things you can do about your home or business to protect against these pesky pests:

• Keep windows shut – After dark, keep windows and doors closed or block out the light with drapes
• Insect screens – fit fly screens to windows
• Clear up – clear up dead mosquitos, as they provide a tasty snack for other pests such as carpet beetles
• Spread water cover water butts with all-purpose fitted shirts to counteract mosquito hatchlings in the water
• No stagnant water – don’t leave standing water (in watering cans for example) as this supplies mosquitos a place 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 eucalyptus oil, witch hazel, garlic, lavender and vanilla extract

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