There are times when mosquitoes are not active, and then there are times when mosquitoes emerge in ungodly amounts from their hiding places. It often seems like mosquitoes get worse after sundown, but is that true?
Do mosquitoes come out at night?
Mosquitoes often come out at night, but depending on the species and location, will come out during the day in shaded areas as well.
Here are the basics:
Sunrises, sunsets, and nighttime are the most common times for mosquitoes to feed.
When the sun is out during midday, they’re rarely active, as direct sunlight and extreme temperatures rapidly dehydrate them.
Depending on the species, mosquitoes may also be active at different times.
When it comes to avoiding mosquitoes, it’s important to know when they’re most active in your area, the seasons when mosquitoes are most active, and what times of day mosquitoes tend to be active.
If you see a slimy-looking insect with lots of legs darting quickly across your kitchen, bathroom, or basement floor, it may startle and alarm you. But it could also cause confusion because it can be hard to tell exactly what it is you saw.
Both silverfish and centipedes can be found in these places, as well as hide in other dark and damp crevices in your home. They both have different qualities — some that you may even find beneficial, while others could completely gross you out.
So, what’s the difference between these two fast and creepy crawling creatures? In this article, I’ll answer this question for you, as I take a closer look at silverfish vs centipede.
Centipedes are a common pest in homes and apartments. They’re freaky crawling monsters with a powerful poison. They typically only attack to feed or if they feel threatened, and rarely attack humans. However, what if your dog goes after one?
Are centipedes poisonous to dogs?
Yes, the bite of some centipedes may be dangerous to some dogs. But it’s rare for dogs to be bitten, and much depends on the size and type of the centipede, as well as the size of the dog. Centipedes won’t likely attack a dog but may retaliate if the dog is going after the centipede.
Most people don’t like bugs, although there are a few exceptions to this rule, like bees, ladybugs, praying mantises, and dragonflies. Many find these bugs fascinating and beautiful, and also beneficial to Mother Nature herself.
But centipedes and roaches are usually not on the “like” list!
Do centipedes eat roaches?
If you spot a centipede in your house, it could be a beneficial sign, particularly if you’ve got a roach infestation. Centipedes will certainly hunt and kill roaches.
In this article I’ll go into the details of centipedes and roaches.
Fire ants are a menace everywhere they live. They’re amazing creatures, but it’s good to have them far away, where it’s very warm.
Are there Fire Ants in Colorado?
Yes, it is possible to find fire ants in Colorado, they have become invasive. They’re by no means the most common species of ant in Colorado, but they have taken up residence.
Fleas are a common nuisance among pet owners. They’re a frustrating infestation and are pretty hard to eliminate once they start multiplying. That’s why so many people search for easier ways to kill the little vampires!Â
You’d think the obvious thing to do would be to just squish them how you would a gnat, right?
Are fleas hard to squish?
Fleas are surprisingly hard to squish, so you’d better come up with a plan B.
Here are the details on squishing fleas:
Fleas have shells made of chitin that act like armor which makes them hard to squash.
Bed bugs are among the most common pests in the United States. They like to hide in dark, undisturbed areas where there is little chance of humans seeing them.
These little vampires drink your blood while you sleep, though some people may not realize that they have been bitten until later when their skin becomes itchy or red.
Bed bugs are attracted to the human body due to the high concentration of exhaled carbon dioxide and human sweat odor.
Bed bugs live generally in bedrooms, often in and around mattresses. They find little nooks to hide in.
Can bed bugs live in memory foam mattresses?
They probably won’t attempt to live in the mattress, but they will happily live on the mattress, particularly if it’s got little flaps, folds, and nooks for the bed bugs to hide on.
In this article, we’ll go over memory foam mattresses and bed bugs.
If you’ve got a flea infestation in your home or on your pets, you’re probably at your wit’s end. They are such a frustration, and can drive your pets (and you) nuts! What can you do to extinguish the infestation?
Can you drown fleas?
Yes, fleas will drown in water… eventually. Soapy water is an effective way to deal with fleas on your pets and in your home, as is your washer and dryer.
Here are the basics:
Fleas will drown if placed in water due to their poor swimming abilities, but it takes time.
Applying soapy water to beds will kill flea larvae as well as adults.
Fleas cannot settle down or lay eggs when you mix water with scents, such as citrus, to clean floors and carpets.
Time to make H20 your best buddy and get control of your flea infestation! We’ll explain below.
Although they get a bad rap due to their inclusion in so many creepy horror films, bats are actually quite gentle creatures that also act as nature’s very own pest control — against mosquitoes.
That’s because bats eat mosquitoes, but the amount of them that they can chow down on in one night may just surprise you. So, how many mosquitoes do bats eat? A bat can chomp through about 1,000 mosquitoes per hour, and devour over 1/3 their body weight in ‘skeeters each night.
Bed bugs and fleas are pretty similar insects. They both are tiny and drink blood. But famously, fleas are incredible jumpers. So many people may wonder whether bed bugs also behave like fleas, especially when it comes to jumping.Â
Can bed bugs jump like fleas?
No, fortunately! Bed bugs are excellent crawlers, but they don’t jump or fly. These secretive insects are hiders, and are able to crawl quickly to escape detection.
In this article, we’ll discuss bed bug movement and more!
Can Bed Bugs Jump Like Fleas?
We have already established that bed bugs have no wings, can’t jump, and are very fast. Even with those tiny legs, bugs can walk quite quickly. They can easily walk three to four feet in one minute.
That is quite fast, considering their small size (an adult is about the same size and shape as an apple seed).
Their agile mobility allows them to move to another room in your home or apartment quickly. This also explains how bed bugs can easily move from your neighbor’s apartment to yours when they feel threatened, or from one hotel room to another.
You will find that they are already hiding out of sight by the time you switch on the light to see what is biting you (though rarely, some people can feel bed bugs crawling on them).
How Do Bed Bugs Spread?
There are several ways bed bugs can spread to cause an infestation at a most unlikely place where you don’t expect it. Bed bugs don’t cling to people like head lice and fleas, but people can transfer them.
While they can’t really spread from person to person, here are the most likely ways bed bugs spread around from place to place.
1. Guests
House guests are a very easy way for bed bugs to be transferred from one place to another without that person’s knowledge. A visitor to your home can unintentionally and unknowingly bring a bed bug to your home via their clothing.
Bed bugs have been known to cling to someone’s clothing or even hide in their handbag and then jump out onto furniture. This is, of course, by no fault of the visitor who might have picked it up while using public transport, going to a movie, or even catching an infested uber.
2. Yourself
If you use public transport to get around, you can unknowingly pick up a bed bug that might jump off of any of the other passengers. When you have an appointment with the doctor or dentist, you can easily pick up a bed bug from a fellow patient in the waiting room.
Any other public place you visit is a potential opportunity for a bed bug to move from someone’s clothing to yours. It is a good idea to inspect your clothing, handbag, and other accessories after visiting a public place.
3. School Children
This may also be part of the public place scenario, but children can easily bring bed bugs home from school. It can come from a fellow student sitting next to your child; the bug can easily get into your child’s backpack.
The problem with children is that they also share toys that can have a stray bed bug clinging to them. It’s also not uncommon for kids to throw their clothes in piles. Bed bugs love piles of smelly clothes.
4. Secondhand Stuff and Gifts
Hittiing up your local thrift store or Goodwill can be super fun, but sometimes you can get more than you bargain for! This can include anything, such as a used bed frame, a dresser, or a couch, that someone might bring to a second-hand store without knowing there are bugs present.
Children also swap out toys with friends that can have a stray bug on them, especially soft fabric toys.
5. From Your Neighbor
This type of problem can easily occur if you live in an apartment block with many units around you. Your neighbor might discover they have a problem and start using commercial bug spray or bed bug bomb, which could potentially trigger a bug migration within the building.
These bugs will start spreading to neighboring apartments, and before you know it, you also have a problem. It is a good idea to have an agreement with your neighbors that they inform you of any infestations and the actions they are taking to deal with the infestations.
This way, there can be at least some manner of control to prevent the easy spreading of bed bugs.
Conclusion
Bed bugs don’t fly or jump like fleas, they just crawl around. But they are extremely effective at crawling and hiding, making a bed bug infestation one of the hardest to deal with.
If you’re infested with bed bugs, we strongly suggest you call a pro for help. It’s a slog that can go on for a year, so you’ll need some guidance and support!
