Here in Texas, it feels like mosquito season is almost year-round. As such, Texans need to be very vigilant about preventing mosquito bites and if they want to reduce the risk of contracting diseases. With that said, there are some interesting things about the mosquitoes roaming around the state of Texas.
There are over 80 species in Texas
In the state of Texas, there are about 85 different species of mosquitoes. Furthermore, some of them carry serious diseases. As such, you’ve likely received bites from various types of mosquito species. Moreover, everyone knows that mosquitoes are more than just pesky insects; they can also present various risks.
The mosquito life cycle has four stages
A soon as the mosquito hatches its eggs in water, the offspring becomes mosquito larvae. Mosquitoes undergo four different stages that complete the life cycle in about a month
They need blood to reproduce
Once a female mosquito has fed on blood from a human, she is then ready to lay eggs near stagnant water or damp soil. She will lay the eggs forming a raft that keeps them afloat in the water. In each raft, there are about 100-400 eggs laid. In case you’re wondering, yes, mosquitoes need blood to reproduce.
They thrive on warm climates and water
Mosquitoes love climates that are warm and offer plenty of water. This makes the subtropic, warm climate in Texas the perfect place for mosquitoes to breed. Especially in the summer, these pesky insects will take over your home if you let the. Here ate some signs that may point to a mosquito infestation:
- Bite marks on your skin
- Presence of stagnant water
- Flower bed or areas with damp soil
- Shaded areas in your home
- If you find yourself scratching during the night
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