Over 3000 types of mosquitoes exist worldwide, of which about 200 types of mosquitoes are found in the United States. Some feed exclusively on plant nectar and sap, others prefer large mammals including humans as their primary food source. While most of the 200 types are simply...
This time of year, parents and kids both look forward to heading outside to (finally) enjoy the sun, balmy breezes and greenery of the season.
We all want our kids to have the freedom to run, swim and play in the great outdoors without worry. That’s why it’s our job as parents...
Tick borne diseases are on the rise in the US. According to a recent study published by the CDC, cases of Lyme disease have quadrupled since the 1990s, making Lyme disease the most common tick or mosquito borne disease in the US (1). ...
Although you may assume that mosquitos are pointless pests, they actually serve a significant role in our ecosystem…
A trip to the woods with your kids or a hike on your own is a great way to get some fresh air, stretch your legs, and take in the serenity of nature. It's also a great way to contract Lyme disease if you're not careful. That's because ticks carrying the bacterium that causes...
There are few things that can ruin a camping trip like mosquitoes. Those blood-sucking, buzzing pests can make it impossible to relax and enjoy nature. So what can you do about them? Luckily, there are plenty of ways to protect yourself from mosquitoes when you're camping. From...
Although mosquitoes' main food source is plant nectar, females need protein for their eggs, which they get from blood meals. Mosquitoes are attracted to carbon dioxide, and just like us, pets release this when they exhale. There are over 3,500 species of mosquitoes, some prefer...
