Mosquito Identification

This two-tube system is why mosquitoes cannot transmit HIV, which is transmitted through infected blood.

Mosquitoes also bite small animals and birds. While their bites are typically mild, some can cause marks and rashes on your skin.

Just because mosquitoes feed on blood doesn’t mean they don’t feed on anything else! In fact, nectar is the main component of a mosquito’s diet.

When finding a host to feed on, mosquitoes are attracted to exhaled breath, natural scent, and even your blood type! Mosquitoes seem to be more attracted to some individuals than others.

Mosquitoes live for about one to two months. During their life, mosquitoes are constantly reproducing, meaning the population is always cycling.

Mosquitoes require standing water in order to breed and lay eggs. This stagnant water can accumulate in a number of places near your property.

There are about 150 species of mosquitoes found nationwide. There are many species found in Texas, but the Aedes aegypti, Culex, and Aedes albopictus are the most dangerous ones as they are known to spread diseases.