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Mosquito Information
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Mosquitoes loom as a source of much annoyance, but more importantly, these pests can pose a serious health threat to families and pets. Homeowners need to develop a plan for controlling these potentially dangerous insects in their backyards.
MOSQUITO FACTS:
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Most mosquitoes remain within one mile of their breeding site. |
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Mosquitoes become infected with West Nile virus by feeding on infected birds. Recent findings indicate the virus can also pass from one mosquito to another while they feed on previously uninfected animals |
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By stopping breeding zones, you can positively affect the number of mosquitoes in your backyard. |
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Depending on species, female mosquitoes may lay 100 to 300 eggs at a time and may average 1,000 to 3,000 during their lifespan. |
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Depending on temperature, mosquitoes can develop from egg to adult in as little as 4-7 days. |
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All mosquitoes must have water in which to completer their life cycle. |
MOSQUITO PREVENTION AROUND THE HOME:
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Standing water should be treated with larvacide tablets or briquettes. These tablets provide up to 60 days of protection and are ideal for treating standing water in ornamental ponds, water gardens, birdbaths, water troughs, gutters and pool covers. |
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In addition to larviciding, minimizing the amount of standing water around the home can significantly reduce mosquitoes. |
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Remove litter from your yard. Mosquitoes can lay eggs in small, discarded items that hold water such as cans, bottles and wrappers. |
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For more information on mosquito control, visit this page from the United States Environmental Protection Agency or read this recent press release.
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