Insects

Swatting Mosquitoes May Help Them to Learn Your Scent


Mosquitoes are an unfortunate part of summertime. These bugs fly around biting people in order to feed on their blood. Swatting them away is an instinctive reaction that could help you avoid being bitten.

Mosquitoes and Scent

Have you ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to target certain people more than others? Researchers have found that these bugs are drawn to certain scents that make them more likely to feed on specific individuals. Mosquitoes have a strong sense of smell that they also use to determine who is more likely to swat them away. Scientists have found that these mosquitoes might learn to avoid people who vigorously swat at them by remembering their scent.

Mosquito Control

If you’re among those who tend to be bitten by mosquitoes, swatting could give you a good way to lower this risk. You should also wear a mosquito repellent that keeps these bugs away from you. If you end up with a bad mosquito problem in your yard, NJ pest control services are important in order to deal with it. These bugs can spread certain diseases, such as West Nile virus, so getting rid of them helps keep you and your family safe.

If mosquitoes are pestering you this summer, contact Allison Pest Control for reliable NJ pest control services. We can eliminate these biting bugs from your yard, so you can enjoy the outdoors.

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