UNDERSTANDING THE ENEMY
Only female mosquitoes, which have a life span of six to 10 weeks, feed on human blood. They usually prefer a damp, dark and warm environment
FIGHTING MOSQUITOES EVERYWHERE
Outdoors
Take the fight outdoors as mosquitoes often lurk in vegetation, before they get the chance to venture indoors. Mosquito repellent incense made from pyrethrum, a chrysanthemum-derived insecticide, can be nauseating when inhaled for long periods of time, so it is better suited for outdoor usage.
An effective alternative is photo-catalytic mosquito repellents, which use ultraviolet light and heat to produce carbon dioxide. The CO2 draws mosquitoes near the machine, which then uses its fan to suck them in.
Indoors
Liquid mosquito repellent and electronic repellents are similar in effectiveness. Both are mildly scented or odorless, but still shouldn’t be inhaled over a long period of time. Neither requires a flame, which makes them safer for indoor use. Bug-catching lights and mosquito-zapping bats are also convenient to have in the
Portable
For protection on the go, there
are portable
mini-fans that release repellent and form an invisible protective shield around users. They are light and don’t require a plug, but can irritate the eyes. Another option is repellent devices that produce a high-frequency sound resembling that of a male mosquito’s. As pregnant females avoid males, they stay away from the wearer.
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