- Egg
- Larvae
- Pupae
- Adult
Mosquito larvae and pupae spend their time living in water.
Female mosquitoes will lay their eggs on moist mud and leaves that are in the vicinity of water but not actually in direct contact, in ditches, drying up streams and excavations for example.
During hot summer spells the life cycle of a mosquito progresses rapidly from being a pupae to being an adult mosquito, capable of flying within a week or two.
Some spring species have only a single generation per year, whilst the majority of mosquito species are far more prolific and produce several generations of mosquito per year.
Mosquitoes harbour disease, and are a common carrier of malaria, West Nile virus and dengue fever. They do however have benefits for pond fish! Some of your pond fish will really appreciate this tasty treat.
People living in the warmer climates that suffer from mosquitoes are often reluctant to add a pond to their backyard or incorporate a water feature as they feel that this encourages mosquitoes.
The Secret Of Keeping Mosquitoes Under Control!
- Ensure your pond water has movement, as female mosquitoes will only lay their eggs in still, often stagnant water.
- Mosquito eating fish are a great idea; goldfish, killifish and mosquito fish eat mosquito larvae. Note: Mosquito fish are often aggressive towards each other and other pond fish species.
- Biological mosquito control products containing Bti larvacide will kill the larvae.
- Toads and Dragonfly will readily eat adult mosquitoes. Their larvae and tadpoles will eat the mosquito larvae also.
- A propane powered mosquito trap, such as the Mosquito Magnet will effectively kill the mosquitoes that the other solutions have missed.
If you use some of the methods mentioned above then you will still be able to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of your garden without the worry of these biting horrors.
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