Mosquitoes and What Attracts Them
Mosquitoes have long thin legs and range in sizes from 3 to 9 mm. Female adult mosquitoes are the ones that feed on blood in order to generate their eggs. They lay their egg in standing water and this is why it is important to make sure you don’t have standing water near your property. Mosquitoes can lay up to 100 eggs at a time. The amount they lay depends on the species.
They are active in dark shady places.
Not only do they feed on blood but they also feed on flower nectar. You can expect to see them more often when the conditions are right. You are always welcome to call on the services of Westchester County Pest Control in New York to assist you with your mosquito infestation. However, even before you contact us, you should know that there are some things you may be doing that is actually attracting them to your property.
Here are a few reasons you may be experiencing a problem with mosquitoes:
- Pots with water in the bottom – If you have pots and pans with standing water in the bottom of them, this can create a breeding spot for mosquitoes. Consider keeping post hung high up off the ground.
- Pools – If your pool has not been completely drained, there may still be water sitting in the bottom. This water is most attractive to mosquitoes. Make sure the pool is drained and free of water so that you don’t find yourself with a mosquito infestation on your hands.
- Keep Gutters Clean – You should clean your gutters as often as possible. The leaves that collect and get wet are attract mosquitoes.
If you are following these few suggestions, you may not notice as many mosquitoes sticking around your home as there used to be. Everyone can do their part to keep the neighborhood free of a mosquito infestation.
Contact Westchester Pest Control for any mosquito problems.
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