May's Pest of the Month – Mosquitoes

May 17, 2013 | Uncategorized

Take Back Your Yard!Don’t let mosquitoes suck the fun out of your Summer!

HABITS

• Breed in stagnant water such as ponds, marshes, drainage ditches, etc.
• Can be found in almost every type of landscape on Earth except deserts and the Arctic.
• Bite most often at dusk and dawn.

THREATS

• Carry numerous diseases such as West Nile virus, malaria, yellow fever, dengue fever, and encephalitis.
• Cause red, itchy bumps when they bite.

OTHER PESTS TO LOOK OUT FOR:

• Ants
• Bed Bugs
• Spiders

PREVENTION

• Eliminate areas of standing water around the home such as flower pots, bird baths, etc.  Mosquitoes only need about one half inch of water to breed.
• Avoid outdoor activities between dusk and dawn.
• Wear long pants and sleeves when outdoors whenever possible.
• Use an insect repellant that contains DEET.
• Call Northwest Exterminating for a professional inspection and treatment plan for breeding sites.

Enjoy your yard this Spring and Summer.  Call Northwest Exterminating for more information on our Green Mosquito Program!