Category: Questions & Answers

Preventing mosquito bites is the best method to avoid the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses. Mosquito-borne illnesses have been a problem in North America for decades, but recent studies suggest that the impact of these diseases will increase over the next few years.

You might be wondering, why do mosquito bites itch? It all comes down to genetics! Your likelihood of getting bitten comes down to the level of carbon dioxide in your body and the way your skin smells.

Over 3000 types of mosquitoes exist worldwide, of which about 200 types of mosquitoes are found in the United States.

Depending on where you live, it might seem that mosquito season lasts all year. In some states, that may be true. But no matter where you live, mosquitoes are a nuisance.

Your toughest mosquito questions, answered. Read below for science made simple by our very own Senior Biologist, Benjamin McMillan.

The start of fall for many brings a relief from the bothersome buzzing and bites. Maybe all you care about is that you don’t notice mosquitoes as much during the colder months—good riddance! But what actually happens to mosquitoes when it gets cold?

As summer transitions into fall, we have many things to look forward to, like more temperate weather to enjoy outdoor activities, beautiful foliage and less mosquitoes. So when can you expect some relief from those pesky mosquitoes in your area?

Although you may assume that mosquitos are pointless pests, they actually serve a significant role in our ecosystem…