According to the CDC, they define Mosquitoes as a common, flying insects that live in most parts of the world. Over 3,500 types of mosquitoes can be found worldwide. Not all mosquitoes bite people or animals. When mosquitoes bite people, the most common reactions to the bite are itching and swelling. Some mosquitoes can be vectors. A vector is an animal, insect, or tick that spreads pathogens (germs) to people and animals. The germs (viruses and parasites) that mosquitoes spread can make you sick. Some mosquitoes bite but do not spread germs. These types of mosquitoes are called nuisance mosquitoes.
Mosquito Bites can result in Malaria. A disease that is life-threatening that if not properly treated can result in death. Malaria is very preventable and curable. In 2020, there were an estimated 241 million cases of malaria worldwide. The estimated number of malaria deaths stood at 627 000 in 2020.
The WHO African Region carries a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden. In 2020, the region was home to 95% of malaria cases and 96% of malaria deaths. Children under 5 accounted for about 80% of all malaria deaths in the Region.
Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are spread to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. There are 5 parasite species that cause malaria in humans, and 2 of these species – P. falciparum and P. vivax – pose the greatest threat. P. falciparum is the deadliest malaria parasite and the most prevalent on the African continent. P. vivax is the dominant malaria parasite in most countries outside of sub-Saharan Africa.
According to the latest World Health Organization’s Malaria report for the year 2021, Nigeria accounts for 27% of global malaria cases and deaths respectively.
CAUSES OF MOSQUITO IN YOUR HOME
Mosquitoes can be caused by several reasons; here are a few causes of mosquitos in Your home.
Mosquitoes can easily sneak inside your home through broken screens or doors. They are extremely small, and if there’s a gap under your door or a tear in your window net Mosquitoes will take it as an opening to enter your home. Begin to inspect the screens, windows, and doors in your home. Make sure there aren’t any large gaps or tears that would allow any bugs to enter the home.
Mosquitoes are attracted to still and stagnant water. There’s a high chance of mosquito activity if your property is near standing water with a constant water source. Mosquitoes could easily enter your home and lay their eggs; female mosquitoes will lay eggs in water for survival.
House plants are also known to attract mosquitoes inside the house. If your house plant has a water tray, mosquitoes will typically start to lay their eggs there while also feeding off the plant to get energy. Clean out your water trays periodically to prevent mosquitoes from laying more eggs.
One factor that not all homeowners will think about is a possible plumbing problem attracting mosquitoes. Simple leaks with small pools of water will certainly attract these pests. Mosquitoes are not only attracted to just areas of moisture but they can also be found in shaded, covered areas. Make sure to check crawl spaces, backyards, and other areas where a pipe could leak.
Finally, if you’ve inspected all these possible factors and are still being infested with mosquitoes Then it is time to call a professional pest control company like Green Safety Limited to take a walk through your home to access the best kind of treatment plan to eradicate these mosquitoes from your home and avoid the sickness and germs that mosquitoes bring.
PREVENTION OF MOSQUITOES IN YOUR HOME AND SURROUNDINGS
In Nigeria there are 2 major ways to prevent Mosquito bites and the transmission of the malaria parasite that can cause severe fever, Headaches, Chills and if left untreated even Death.
These Preventive Methods are Treated Mosquito Nets/tents and insecticides
HOW FUMIGATION HELPS TO KICK OUT MOSQUITOES
Mosquito fogging is a popular form of pest control for both residential and commercial spaces. It is a pest control method that involves combining carefully selected chemical substances for Mosquito treatment that is sprayed in the air. This form of treatment works well with active mosquitoes in your home or surroundings.
In the hands of a pest control expert, fogging can yield great results. In fact, for the most effective mosquito fogging treatment, it is to be handled by a professional.
As mentioned earlier, mosquito fogging works well with active mosquitoes. By installing a fogger or getting a pest control professional like Green Safety Limited to apply these fogging treatments. You can rest assured that Mosquitoes will become a thing of the past. Mosquito Fogging is not a one-off form of treatment it is to be applied regularly. Once every three months is the most effective way to apply this treatment and protect yourself and your loved ones from the damage that the presence of mosquitoes in your home can do.
Green Safety Limited can provide an all-encompassing pest control Treatment that will deal with the eggs, larvae, and adult mosquitoes on your property. We can take care of your mosquito problem from end to end to ensure that pests will stay away for a long time.
Contact Green Safety Limited for Mosquito Fogging and all kinds of pest control fumigation treatments, we will work with you to make sure that you and your loved ones are safe from pests and diseases.