Western encephalitis mosquito

Female mosquitoes ingest blood while male mosquitoes feed on plant nectars. They can develop from egg to adult within 10 to 14 days and are most active from dusk to dawn. They will fly up to 14 miles in search of a blood meal.

Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water sources such as storm drains, old tires, children’s wading pools, and birdbaths.

Mosquitoes are well-known to spread diseases such as West Nile Virus, Encephalitis, Malaria, and dengue fever.

Eliminate or reduce mosquito breeding sites by replacing all standing water at least once a week. This includes bird baths, ponds, and unfiltered pools. Remove unneeded vegetation and trash from around any standing water sources that cannot be changed, dumped or removed. For passive mosquito management, introduce mosquito-eating fish to standing water. Screen windows, doors, and other openings with mesh. Avoid going outdoors when and where mosquitoes are most active: during dusk or dawn. For stronger mosquito treatment, use insect repellent containing DEET on exposed skin whenever or wherever mosquitoes are likely to bite.