Are You Raising Mosquitoes?
Whether you live in the country, city or suburbs, you may be bothered by mosquitoes. Besides being annoying pests, some mosquitoes can transmit certain diseases to man and domestic animals. If you know something about where mosquitoes lay their eggs, how they live, and what can be done to prevent and control them, you will be able to reduce the number of mosquitoes in and around your home.
MOSQUITO SOURCE WHAT TO DO
Containers of various sorts---------------------------Empty or dispose of
Ponds----------------------------------------------Stock with Mosquito Fish and remove excess vegetation
Irrigated Lawns and Fields---------------------------Avoid over irrigation and drain standing areas
Bird baths------------------------------------------Change water frequently
Swimming Pools------------------------------------Use filter regularly, when not in use, empty or cover tightly
Roof gutters----------------------------------------Clean frequently to remove blockage
Open ditches---------------------------------------Drain to stream or channel system or other outlet
Tires----------------------------------------------Empty water inside
MOSQUITO SOURCE WHAT TO DO
Containers of various sorts---------------------------Empty or dispose of
Ponds----------------------------------------------Stock with Mosquito Fish and remove excess vegetation
Irrigated Lawns and Fields---------------------------Avoid over irrigation and drain standing areas
Bird baths------------------------------------------Change water frequently
Swimming Pools------------------------------------Use filter regularly, when not in use, empty or cover tightly
Roof gutters----------------------------------------Clean frequently to remove blockage
Open ditches---------------------------------------Drain to stream or channel system or other outlet
Tires----------------------------------------------Empty water inside
Drain ALL standing water!