Mosquitoes thrive in warm, wet conditions and bite mainly to gather blood for egg production—especially invasive species like the Asian tiger mosquito, which target humans. The most effective ...

Warmer weather and mosquitoes often go hand in hand, which can make outdoor activities unpleasant at times for your family and guests. Insect repellents are among the measures recommended by the ...

Use plants, citronella, and essential oil sprays to naturally repel mosquitoes without harming pollinators. Remove standing water and trim vegetation to stop mosquitoes from breeding. Add fans or ...

Enjoy your summer nights, minus the bites. Mosquitoes are drawn to backyards with standing water, dense greenery, and carbon dioxide exhaled by people and animals. To fight mosquitoes, clean up ...

Q: What can I do about mosquitoes? My yard seems to get a lot of them all summer. A: The first step should always be to try to break the life cycle, because killing only the biting adults with typical ...

Mosquitoes in the yard are a nuisance and a potential health hazard. When you have excessive mosquito activity around your home, it can keep you from spending time outdoors and enjoying pleasant ...

You may not be aware, but Aug. 20 is World Mosquito Day. It isn’t a day to celebrate mosquitoes. Instead, it marks the discovery, made in 1897 by the British doctor Sir Ronald Ross, that female ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Summer is just around the corner. Now while most of us associate this season with warmer weather, trips to the beach, and sunny fun-filled ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- That familiar buzz in your ear is back. "Mosquito season is now. It normally runs April through October each year," Fresno Mosquito and Vector Control District manager, Ryan ...