While all of us are more than ready for summer to officially be here, there are some others that are looking forward to summer too, mosquitoes. The summer months are their time to truly shine and thrive. That is an unfortunate truth for us all. These animals are col-blooded and have to have warm temperatures to survive. Once the temperature is consistently above 50 degrees, you will start to see that they emerge and start to reproduce. There are things that homeowners need to be doing to stay ahead of the mosquito population. Defense Pest Control is here to share some tips with you to keep mosquitoes at bay even though the weather is warm enough for them to thrive.
Warmth is Necessary for Mosquitoes to Thrive
Like mentioned above, mosquitoes need warmth to survive. The fact that they are cold-blooded doesn’t allow them to live in freezing temperatures. However, it doesn’t take the heat of the summer for them to become active either. Once the temperature is consistently above freezing and over 50 degrees during the day, they will be starting to show up more on your property. Not only is their cold-bloodedness a reason for needing warmer weather, but they also need animals to be more active as these are their hosts. Blooming flowers are also a vital food source for males. You will see that they are most active when temps are around 80 degrees.
Tips to Stay Ahead of the Mosquito Population This Summer
There are several things that homeowners can do to stay ahead of the mosquito population this spring and summer.
– Tip over any items in your yard that could be collecting water of any kind. This could include plastic toys, trash and any other containers in your yard.
– Get rid of any yard litter that could harbor the mosquito population including leaves, grass clippings, firewood and more.
– If you have bird baths, children’s swimming pools, portable sandboxes and other large items that collect rainwater, make sure you turn them over so that they don’t create a space for mosquito eggs.
– Make sure any tarps covering wood piles and other belongings are pulled taught to keep water from pooling in any low spots.
– Team up with your neighbors to keep the mosquito populations under control on your properties. It will help your property stay mosquito free if the surrounding properties are working on it as well.
– Work with professionals to ensure the mosquitoes are being treated effectively.
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If you are struggling with mosquitoes on your property, there is no one better to handle the job than the professionals at Defense Pest Control. We will help you get rid of this pesky problem as we work to eradicate the mosquito problem that you’re dealing with. You will be able to enjoy your backyard this summer when you leave mosquito control up to us. Call us today!