Mosquitoes
Culicidae family
Mosquitoes are small, slender flies with long legs and a distinctive proboscis for feeding. Females are the biters—they need blood for egg production. Different species are active at different times: ...
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How to Identify Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are small, slender flies with long legs and a distinctive proboscis for feeding. Females are the biters—they need blood for egg production.
Mosquitoes are small, slender flies with long legs and a distinctive proboscis for feeding. Females are the biters—they need blood for egg production. Different species are active at different times: some at dawn/dusk, others during day. They're attracted to CO2, body heat, and certain body odors.
Mosquitoes Behavior & Habits
Understanding how mosquitoes behave helps prevent infestations
Female mosquitoes require blood meals to produce eggs, which they lay in standing water. They detect hosts from up to 50 meters away using CO2, body heat, and odor cues. Males don't bite and feed only on nectar. Larvae develop in any standing water—from ponds to bottle caps.
Mosquitoes Risks & Dangers
What mosquitoes can do to your health and property
Health Risks
Mosquitoes are the deadliest animals on earth, transmitting diseases including West Nile virus, Zika, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and others. In Idaho, West Nile virus is the primary concern. Bites also cause itchy welts and allergic reactions in some people.
Property Damage
No property damage, but heavy mosquito populations dramatically reduce outdoor quality of life.
Signs of Mosquitoes Infestation
Look for these indicators in your home
Mosquitoes in Boise & the Treasure Valley
Mosquito populations in Boise vary by neighborhood—areas near the Boise River, ponds, and irrigation canals have higher populations. West Nile virus is present in Idaho, making mosquito control a public health priority. Peak season is June through September.
How We Eliminate Mosquitoes
Professional treatment for complete elimination
Mosquito control combines habitat reduction (eliminating breeding sites), larvicide treatments for standing water that can't be eliminated, and residual barrier sprays on vegetation where adults rest. Regular treatments throughout the season provide ongoing protection.
How to Prevent Mosquitoes
Steps you can take to reduce the risk of infestation
Mosquitoes Questions Answered
Common questions about identification, prevention, and treatment
Why do mosquitoes bite some people more than others?
Mosquitoes are attracted to specific CO2 output, body heat, and skin bacteria. Blood type, pregnancy, alcohol consumption, and even clothing color can affect attractiveness to mosquitoes.
How long does mosquito treatment last?
Barrier treatments typically last 3-4 weeks depending on weather. Monthly treatments throughout the season provide the best protection for outdoor enjoyment.
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