What You Need to Know About Bug Bites Everyone has suffered from that incredibly itchy bite that keeps you awake at night, and no matter what type of bug bite you have, it is good to know what bit you. Learning to identify a bug bite by how it looks and feels will help you…
Mosquito Season in Alabama Warmer temperatures are not too far away and this also means we are not far away from dealing with the infamous mosquito. There is no definite time that mosquito season actually begins, it has everything to do with climate conditions. Years of scientific study show consistency in the correlation of mosquito activity…
Are Your Pets at Risk? Once temperatures start to rise in the spring, most of us start getting excited about summer adventures. From travelling with the family to spending days outside at the pool or lake, summertime provides many great memories with those we care about most. However, with temperatures on the rise, that also…
As soon as the weather gets warm and humid, the insects come out in full force. As a homeowner living in Alabama, you are probably all too familiar with how quickly your yard can become overrun with pests. When summer comes around, it can seem like every mosquito in the area does too. If you or…
Since the first three stages of a mosquito’s life take place in water, keeping your property dry is the best way to deter this pest. Examine the cap on an ordinary bottle of water. Female mosquitoes can produce up to 200 eggs in any body of water that’s at least that size. Just imagine the…
The Infamous Pest The history of extreme mosquito problems dates back to 1881. Mosquitos are known to be one of the most bothersome and dangerous insects on the planet earth. These predators are accountable for more deaths than any other animal on the planet. Pretty terrifying to think about. The Beginning The reason that this…
Did you know that mosquitos are known to be most active between dusk and dawn? Here are some tips to avoid the bite that do not require any chemicals or service. Prevention One of the most important things you can do to avoid a mosquito bite is to choose your wardrobe wisely. Mosquitos are less…
Protect Your Family From a Growing Problem – Mosquito Borne Diseases Mosquitos have always been an annoying part of summer. But families today have more to worry about than just a few itchy mosquito bites. The growing prevalence of mosquito borne diseases is of increasing concern, and families need to be aware of how…
Itchy Mosquito Bites Itching, burning mosquito bites are a summer buzz-kill. But what actually causes the itch, and what can be done at home to reduce the tingling and swelling associated with mosquito bites? What Causes Mosquito Bites to Itch? A common misconception is that itching is caused by mosquito bites themselves. In fact, the…
When summer temperatures swell in Alabama, you can expect swarms of mosquitoes to populate towns and cities. These unwanted tenants are most active in the early mornings and early evenings, according to Alabama Public Health. They also bite: Mosquitoes suck blood from your skin, leaving behind a nasty surface bump. Why Do Mosquitoes…