Mosquitoes can be one of the most annoying problems that you will have to deal with this summer. These tiny insects will not only leave an itchy and irritating bug bite on your skin, but some mosquitoes are able to make you sick if they bite you.
At Above and Beyond Pest Control, we know how to save your summer by eliminating these dangerous and bothersome bugs from your yard. Our mosquito control specialists have been providing pest control in Lake Worth for a long time, and we understand how that unique Florida climate can affect the behavior of common mosquitoes. Here is a look at the best way to keep your yard mosquito-free all summer long.
The Role Mosquitoes Play In Our Ecosystem
Many people are unaware of the fact that mosquitoes are actually beneficial. These tiny flies may be small, but they play a huge role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. While mosquitoes are most known for their unique ability to consume human blood, only female mosquitoes drink blood and only do this when they are reproducing. The rest of the time, female and male mosquitoes eat nectar from plants and flowers. While they fly from plant to plant, they pick up and deposit pollen to the various flowers and plants. While mosquitoes aren't one of the well-known pollinators, they do their part to ensure that plants are getting properly pollinated.
Mosquitoes also help other animals to stay alive by acting as a viable food source. Mosquito eggs usually lie above the water. Once they hatch, the mosquito larvae and pupae will spend their developmental time completely submerged underwater. During this stage of life, many fish, frogs, and other reptiles will eat the baby mosquitoes. Once they grow wings and fly, other animals, like birds and bats, will eat the adult mosquitoes.
The Dangerous Diseases Mosquito Bites Can Spread
Mosquitoes in Lake Worth are known as one of the most dangerous animals on the planet because of the many viruses and diseases that mosquitoes spread. Some of the various illnesses you can catch from mosquitoes in Lake Worth include tularemia, dengue, encephalitis, chikungunya, and West Nile virus. The West Nile virus is probably one of the most common illnesses that people contract from mosquitoes. And while this virus can be dangerous to some people, it is estimated that around 80% of people will not show any symptoms after becoming infected.
Five No-Nonsense Mosquito Prevention Tips
It is much easier to keep mosquitoes out of your yard than it is to tackle a mosquito infestation. Some of the things that you can do to prevent mosquitoes from invading your property include:
Don't plant too many shrubs and bushes to reduce the number of shaded areas in your yard
Don't leave old tires, wheelbarrows, or other unused yard equipment on your property that can collect water
Regularly dump out and clean kiddie pools, bird baths, and other objects that hold water
Don't let your grass grow too tall, and try to keep it around three to six inches tall
Wear mosquito-repellent when spending an extended time outdoors
Mosquitoes don't like direct sunlight. They are usually the most active at dusk and dawn. If you want to reduce your chances of getting bit by a mosquito, avoid shaded areas and stay indoors at dusk and dawn.
Professional Mosquito Control Offers Top Quality Protection
Mosquitoes won't just go away on their own. If you are dealing with mosquitoes around your Lake Worth yard, Above and Beyond Pest Control can help you eliminate them quickly. Give us a call today to see how we can eradicate and prevent a mosquito infestation on your property.