MOSQUITOES – IDENTIFICATION INFO & IMAGES
Mosquitoes are notorious for their irritating bites and potential transmission of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. Learn more about these common flying pests and how to identify them:
- Aedes aegypti
- Culex pipiens
- Anopheles gambiae
HOW TO KEEP MOSQUITOES AWAY
- Install screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.
- Eliminate standing water around your property where mosquitoes breed, such as in bird baths, flower pots, and clogged gutters.
- Use mosquito repellents containing DEET or picaridin when spending time outdoors, especially during dawn and dusk.
- Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants to minimize exposed skin.
- Consider using mosquito nets over beds, especially in areas where mosquito-borne diseases are prevalent.
- Consult with a local pest control company for professional mosquito control treatments if necessary.
Aedes aegypti
General Info:
Also known as the yellow fever mosquito, this species is recognized by its distinctive black and white markings on its body and legs.
Culex pipiens
General Info:
Commonly referred to as the house mosquito, it is brown in color with white stripes on its abdomen.
Anopheles gambiae
General Info:
This species is a primary carrier of malaria and can be identified by its long, slender body and palps that are as long as its proboscis.
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