How Do I Get Rid of Aquatic Midges?

While you cannot totally rid your yard of aquatic midges, there are surefire ways to manage them.

Aquatic midges, often called blind mosquitoes, are a common nuisance in Florida, especially around water sources. While they don't bite, their sheer numbers can disrupt outdoor activities and become a huge annoyance. Controlling these plentiful Florida pests involves a multi-tiered approach.

Environmental Aquatic Midge Management

The first step in combatting aquatic midges is to manage their breeding sites. Midges lay their eggs in water, so reducing standing water around your property can help reduce their numbers. Ensure that ponds, ditches, and other water sources are properly maintained. This includes removing debris, reducing organic matter, and ensuring good water flow. Aerating stagnant water can also disrupt midge breeding by creating conditions less favorable for larvae.

Additionally, reducing outdoor lighting can help. Midges are attracted to light. Use warm hues for your outdoor lighting and reduce the number of or the use of exterior lights. Installing screens on windows and doors can prevent midges from entering homes and buildings. Screened outdoor spaces are additionally helpful in deterring aquatic midges.

Biological Aquatic Midge Control with Bti

Biological control methods involve using natural predators or pathogens to manage midge populations. Introducing fish that feed on midge larvae, such as mosquitofish, can be effective in ponds and other decorative water sources. These fish consume large quantities of larvae, reducing the adult midge population.

Another biological method is the use of Bti, a naturally occurring bacterium that targets midge larvae. Bti can be added to water sources and is safe for humans, pets, and wildlife. By specifically targeting mosquito and aquatic midge larvae, these bacteria help control the adult populations, thereby controlling breeding.

Professional Aquatic Midge Control

There’s no doubt about it. When you have swarms of aquatic midges in your favorite outdoor spaces, professional aquatic midge control is your best bet for curbing them. Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida is here to help you manage your Florida midge problem. Our barrier yard treatment for midges is a full-force assault on these nasty pests.

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Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida is not simply a Jacksonville mosquito control company. We are ready to help defend your property against aquatic midges, mosquitoes, flies, fleas, and more! We additionally offer treatments for no-see-ums, spiders, and ticks so you can confidently enjoy your backyard. Plus, our goal is your complete satisfaction.

Put our mosquito control company to work for you. Call Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida at (904) 844-0816 to learn more about our formulas and outdoor pest control plans.

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