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Where do Mosquitoes Come From?

Posted by Mosquito Squad

August 26, 2024

In Georgia, our summer climate is fantastic for outdoor living, but other creatures also flock to the outdoors when summer arrives. Mosquitoes immediately come to mind we consider the most annoying summer pests, but they also pose serious health risks in certain cases. To combat mosquito bite risks, it is vital to understand the behavior of these insects as well as to rely on professional mosquito control for powerful solutions.

 

Dalton Mosquito Control & Where Mosquitoes Come From

Multiple mosquito species exist in Georgia and each exhibits unique behaviors. One of the key behaviors is if a mosquito will die off when winter arrives or overwinter in leaf litter and underground. In addition to relying on professional mosquito control in Dalton in early spring when mosquitoes start to activate, removing key mosquito habitats is very important. For example, ensure leaf litter has been cleared from the property from fall, remove any standing water that will aid mosquito larvae growth, and store any water receptacles that can fill with water after rain. In tandem with professional mosquito control, these steps are an important and easy way to discourage mosquitoes from using your property as a home base. Mosquitoes won’t go away until temperatures fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, so they will likely remain active well into fall in Georgia.

 

Mosquito Dangers to Look Out for

Sadly, mosquitoes are more than a mere nuisance due to their ability to carry various dangerous diseases. West Nile virus has been a possible danger through much of the U.S. for many years, including in Georgia, and there are others on the rise. Dengue fever is a growing concern in the southern U.S. as our climate has warmed to a degree that a species of mosquito traditionally confined to Mexico and South America can now survive here. While most people survive Dengue, there is no cure or specialized treatment, and its effects are painful. There’s a reason it is colloquially known as “break-bone fever”. While the risks of contracting a mosquito-borne disease are currently low, they are not zero, and mosquito control will help keep your property pleasant in addition to helping defend your health.

 

How Does Mosquito Control in Dalton Work?

At Mosquito Squad, we’ve worked as a brand for 20 years to help defend customers against mosquitoes and the diseases they carry. Our team uses industry-leading mosquito control like our traditional mosquito barrier treatments to dramatically reduce mosquito populations on your property by up to 90% and up to three weeks of coverage.

 

Mosquitoes come from all over, emphasizing the importance of Dalton mosquito control. Mosquito Squad is here to help defend you through fall. Give us a call at (423) 403-3513 to learn more or sign up today!