In the US, we have roughly 200 different mosquito species. Unfortunately, these flying pests can carry the West Nile virus, Dengue, Yellow f
Mosquitos and How to Control Them
In the US, we have roughly 200 different mosquito species. Unfortunately, these flying pests can carry the West Nile virus, Dengue, Yellow fever, Zika virus, and more. In the US West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne illness. You can protect your family with a few tips to enhance outdoor mosquito control.
Female mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Eggs hatch into larvae approximately three days later. Twelve days after that, adults emerge and fly away to continue this cycle. Each female could lay up to 400 eggs, and the life cycle is complete in about 12 days. You can see how mosquito populations increase so rapidly.











