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| Asian Tiger Mosquito |
If you think all those mosquitoes
in your yard are flying in from some far away swamp, you may need to think again. The Asian
tiger mosquito, our state’s worst mosquito species, lives and breeds in urban
areas and odds are it is making its home in your yard at this very moment.
Easily identified by its distinct
white and black striped legs and body, the Asian tiger mosquito is one of more
than 40 types of mosquito found in our area. It is of particular concern
because it can spread diseases to humans and animals, including West Nile Virus
and Eastern Equine Encephalitis, as well as heartworms to dogs and cats. While
many garden related activities create the perfect habitat for these prolific
pests to multiply, there are actions you can take today so they will find your
yard less appealing.
Find out what you can do to reduce mosquito populations in your yard; Read the whole article on the Pender Extension website: http://pender.ces.ncsu.edu/2012/08/battling-mosquitoes/
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