It’s summer, and you want to spend some time in your yard. But there’s a problem – mosquitoes! They fly around your head, land on you, drink some blood, and leave behind an itchy welt. Annoying and, because of the diseases they spread, they can be dangerous. This has always been the case in hotter …
Have you heard of the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and wonder whether it can be used or is being used to control mosquitoes? You will find out more in this post. Why is it Important to Control Mosquitoes? Some mosquitoes spread diseases that can be harmful to humans and animals. They can spread viruses like …
We may earn a commission for purchases using links on our site. Learn more. Do you have standing water in your garden and a problem with mosquitoes? If so, mosquito dunks could be the perfect solution. They are effective, safe, and inexpensive. Read on to find out how and where to use them. What are …
There’s nothing better than Spring and Summer after a long cold winter. But with warmer temperatures also comes outdoor pests, like mosquitos. They’re extremely annoying and almost impossible to stay away from. There are a few things you can do to prepare for mosquito season so that you don’t have to worry about getting bitten …
Summer is around the corner, and that means those pesky mosquitoes will soon be out to get us. Of course, you want your little ones to enjoy their time outdoors, but you have to protect them from mosquito bites. Mosquito bites are itchy and can irritate a child’s tender skin. They can also become infected …
Did you know that mosquitoes can kill more humans than actual criminals can? This may seem grim, but it’s a testament to the fact that mosquitoes are carriers of hundreds of fatal diseases around the world. If you have a mosquito problem, you may be up against more than just annoying itchy bites all over your arms and …
If you are one of the unlucky ones to whom mosquitoes are attracted, the summer can be an agonizing time of scratching and hiding under the covers. The most bucolic country retreat or lakeside getaway can be marred by swarms of pests feasting on your blood. A bug spray might get the job done effectively, but you …
Mosquitoes can be such buzzkills (sorry, we couldn’t resist). There’s nothing better than kicking back in your yard on a balmy summer’s evening with something cold in your hand and something hot on the grill. Then they arrive, swarming in for the kill and sending you and your family running in search of repellant and …
Whether you live in the city or the country, in a hot or mild climate, mosquitoes will likely find their home somewhere near where you live. With the help of climate change, mosquito-borne illnesses are on the rise. In some ways, home mosquito control has never been more important. If you have space and like to …
You may have tried mosquito repellents or other methods to rid your yard of mosquitoes. But nothing seems to work, or else gives just some temporary respite. Have you tried mosquito traps? The Mosquito Magnet Patriot Plus might be the solution to the annoying mosquitoes that make your evenings in the garden a nightmare. The propane-burning …
The Mega-Catch Ultra is one of four traps produced by Mega-Catch. However, it’s the only trap in the range that comes with the capability to use CO2 as an attractant, although one of the other traps, the PREMIER XC Mosquito Trap, can be upgraded to use CO2. You will generally get better results using carbon …