Mosquito Identification

Mosquitoes are also attracted to your blood, breath, scent, and even your blood type. Scientists are still studying why some people seem to be “mosquito magnets,” but these insects will eagerly bite whenever the opportunity arises.

Beyond discomfort, mosquito bites can transmit diseases in many parts of the world. Fortunately, mosquito-borne illnesses in Southampton are rare, but avoiding bites is still important for comfort and health.

Mosquitoes, a common pest with over 3,000 types worldwide, are characterized by their slender bodies divided into a head, thorax, and abdomen. Key features include the long, piercing proboscis (used by females for blood-feeding) and a single pair of scaled wings on the thorax.

Most mosquito species need stagnant water to lay their eggs and complete their life cycle. Even small amounts of water around your property can become breeding grounds.

The rapid life cycle of mosquitoes is a key reason their populations can grow so quickly. This fast reproduction makes it challenging to control mosquito populations without consistent prevention efforts.