Mosquito Control - Repellent and Control Techniques
Wish you knew how to spend an entire day outside without constantly swatting
away the mosquitoes?
There are a variety of devices and repellents that have been created
especially for this problem. Try some of the following techniques and
determine which one works best for you:
Mosquito Netting
Mosquito netting is a protective covering that prevents mosquitoes
and other insects from biting you. There are different shapes and sizes
of mosquito netting, and they also come in different materials such as
cotton, polyester, and polymide. Do some research
on mosquito netting to find out which size and material would be best
suited for your needs.
Mosquito Traps
Mosquito traps lure and capture female mosquitoes. The trap mimics
the different mosquito attractants such as exhaled carbon dioxide, human
scents and body heat. Attracted by these chemicals, the insect approaches
and an impeller fan draws it in. It then adheres to a sticky surface on
the device and is eventually electrocuted. Mosquito traps are powered
by electricity or propane and are a safe, chemical free method of mosquito
control.
Mosquito Magnet
The Mosquito Magnet mimics mammals by giving off carbon dioxide, heat
and moisture. These are combined with an attractant called octenol which
is a natural plant pheromone. As an advantage, the Mosquito Magnet not
only captures mosquitoes, but will also kill biting midges, black flies,
and sandflies. It vacuums the insects into a net where they dehydrate
and die.
Mosquito
Repellent Devices
There are a variety of small, personal mosquito
repellent devices available which can be placed near or around you
when outdoors. They promise to keep all unwanted insects away. Different
devices use different repellent techniques. Some of these include:
- high frequency sounds
- blue-light lamps
- gaeranio oil
- low-frequency wing beat sounds
However, studies have yet to prove that high frequency sounds and blue
lights are the most effective methods of mosquito control.
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There are also natural mosquito control methods that can be implemented on a larger scale by the government.
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