Types of Mosquitoes Around Charleston In Charleston, and all throughout the United States, there exist nearly 200 species of mosquito. However, four main types of mosquitos dominate North America. These include the Asian Tiger mosquito, the house mosquito, the southern house mosquito, and the yellow fever mosquito. The house mosquito loves standing water, and will…
West Nile is Back This Summer, Here Are 3 Tips to Protecting Your Family Reports are coming in to let us know that West Nile is back this year, and with a vengeance. As the reported cases continue to come in, make sure that you are prepared to keep your family safe this summer! Use…
Where Do Mosquitoes Prefer to Live? When asked where a mosquito prefers to live, you may just be inclined to say Georgia as the buggy summer months come around, but there are certain environments and habitats that mosquitos prefer in Georgia. In this case, knowledge is power so don’t forget to avoid these areas this…
The American Mosquito Control Association reports that 176 species of mosquitoes call the United States home. The females need protein as part of their egg laying process, so they get it by drinking the blood of humans and animals. Your body reacts to this bite with histamines, which may cause itchiness. While antihistamines can help…