Mosquitoes are relatively fragile insects with an adult life span that lasts about two weeks. The vast majority meet a violent end by serving as food for birds, dragonflies, and spiders; or are killed by the effects of wind, rain, or drought. The mosquito species that only have a single generation each year are longer lived and may persist in small numbers for as long as 2-3 months if environmental conditions are favorable.

The mosquito that carries WNV typically lays its eggs in stagnant water and water-holding containers. Weeds, tall grass, and shrubbery provide an outdoor harborage for adult mosquitoes. See similar questions...

If it is a permanent body of water (such as a lake or pond), it is much less likely to be a source of mosquitoes than if it were a temporary body of water such as a puddle. A puddle three inches deep and three feet in diameter can easily produce 10 to 20 times as many mosquitoes as your average 1-acre farm pond. Permanent bodies of water develop resident populations of predatory species (aquatic insects, fish, salamanders) that reduce or eliminate the mosquito larvae in that environment. See similar questions...

If the water in a ditch is flowing, it is not likely to produce any mosquitoes. The only species that might be found in a flowing ditch are not species known to transmit West Nile virus. If the water has no flow (is stagnant) it could be an important source of mosquitoes. See similar questions...

There are about 50 different species of mosquitoes in Nebraska. While most do not transmit West Nile virus, several mosquito species have been found to transmit the virus. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnant water around the home. Weeds, tall grass, shrubbery and discarded tires also provide an outdoor home for adult mosquitoes. By eliminating places for mosquitoes to breed, we can go a long way to prevent West Nile virus. See similar questions...

The life span of a mosquito varies widely from species to species. Male mosquitoes typically live for only about 2 weeks. On the other hand, the female may survive for 6 weeks to about 5 months, depending on the species and the time of year. See similar questions...

No. In fact natural landscapes (other than recreated wetlands) discourage the pools of standing water that are required for mosquitoes to breed. Mosquitoes require 10 days of standing water to complete their life cycle. See similar questions...

Well I guess that depends on who you talk to--Most farmers who are in the egg producing business will say 2 years. Those who are in the meat producing business will say 6 months--Those who keep birds as pets (with names) or who are not interested in maximum production of eggs, will find that chickens can live up to 8 or 10 years. See similar questions...

Holes left by root balls may provide breeding habitat for mosquitoes if the water stands in the holes longer than a week. Standing water and organic matter, such as decaying leaves, provide ideal habitat for mosquitoes to breed. Fill such holes with topsoil. Holes in which water drains within a week are not a risk. See similar questions...

No. Mosquitoes rest in grass and weeds, and come out to find a blood meal. Mosquitoes stay in water until they emerge as adults. See similar questions...

No, not if properly constructed. Rain gardens are designed to absorb water, not to create ponds. In Michigan, a mosquito can develop from egg to biting adult in 7 or 8 days. A well-designed rain garden with mature plants will not have standing water in it after 48 hours; it will all have soaked into the garden. See similar questions...

Susie, the first Scottish Fold cat, was discovered in 1961 in the Tayside Region of Scotland, at a farm near Coupar Angus. She was a white barn cat with ears that folded downward and forward on her head. Her face resembled an "owl" or an "otter's face". A shepherd by the name of William Ross first noticed Susie's unique ears at a neighbor's barn. Since William and his wife Mary were Cat Fanciers they were fascinated with Susie. See similar questions...

They sure do live in the grass, and in all other cool damp places. Mosquitoes can be controlled in your own area by spraying shrubs, grass, gutters, under lawn furniture, and wet spots with Methoxochlor, Diazinon, and flea and tick shampoo. See similar questions...