Mosquitoes in the Garden State
In the Garden State, New Jersey, mosquitoes are a familiar presence, particularly during the warmer months. The state’s diverse landscapes, which include coastal areas, urban zones, and suburban expanses, provide varied habitats for these buzzing insects. From the shores along the Atlantic …
Why Do Mosquitoes Bite?
Many people ask why do mosquitoes bite or how do mosquitoes bite? A mosquito uses the sharp end of its mouth to bite a person. This sharp end is also called a proboscis. Mosquitoes bite humans for their blood. Blood contains the …
Did You Know New Jersey is Home to More Than 63 Mosquito Species?
New Jersey is home to 63 different mosquito species. Learn how to prevent them on your property to protect yourself from harmful diseases and viruses. Because mosquitos are so stealthy in how they feast on your blood, you don’t get much of …
Tips to Prevent Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes
Did you know that mosquito-borne diseases are those spread by the bite of an infected mosquito? Some mosquito-borne diseases that are spread to people by mosquitoes include Zika virus, West Nile virus, and Malaria. Zika, is spread mostly by the bite of …