An ultraviolet emitting light bulb attracts insects into a high voltage electrical wire mesh grid where the bugs are electrocuted. The light bulb and the wires are housed in a protective plastic or grounded metal cage. Most Zappers use fluorescent light bulbs that emit ultraviolet light to attract the insects.Read More →
Here are the natural scents that help repel the mosquitoes: Citronella. Clove. Cedarwood. Lavender. Eucalyptus. Peppermint. Rosemary. Lemongrass. Does eucalyptus attract any bugs? The eucalyptus longhorned borer (Phoracantha spp.) is the most commonly observed eucalyptus plant pest. The dark beetles reach about 1 inch long and have very long antennae.Read More →
As a means to control mosquitoes, the guppies are left in stagnant water puddles where mosquitoes breed. The fish then eat the mosquito eggs and larvae, leading to reduced mosquito population. … But now they are no more than 3,000-4,000, in areas where the Guppies were introduced. What kind ofRead More →
A few frog tadpoles are carnivorous, and occasionally eat mosquito larvae, but most species graze on algae and detritus. What is the difference between tadpole and larvae? is that tadpole is a young toad or frog in its larval stage of development that lives in water, has a tail andRead More →
The most common types of bracelets use a combination of oils from citronella, lavender and peppermint to keep little critters at bay. … The scent of such natural oils is known to repel insects – and you won’t have to apply them directly on your skin. What is the bestRead More →
One alternative is to make your own fresh basil mosquito repellent. Place 6 ounces of freshly picked basil leaves into a pint jar and pour 4 ounces of boiling water over them. Cover the jar and let it sit for four hours. Strain the liquid into a spray bottle. …Read More →
If you are allergic to mosquitoes, you may experience some of the following symptoms: A significantly larger bite (especially if bigger than a quarter) A large area of itching. Lesions. Bruising near the bite. Hives around the bite. Inflammation of the lymph system. Anaphylaxis (swelling of the throat and problemsRead More →