Georgia Extension Office Information

For specific information on a pest in your area, please visit your state extension website: http://www.caes.uga.edu/extension/. From this page you can enter your zip code to find a contact phone number for your specific locale.

Most Common Househ ...

Think of your efforts as "reduction"

In most communities, mosquitoes are just part of life during the warmer months. Before beginning a control program, it is important to understand that getting rid of mosquitoes completely is near impossible (at least when it comes to outdoor populations). It is better to think of your control efforts as part of a "r ...

The following article written by Andrew Jacobs was taken from the New York Times. For a complete list of Bed Bug Products & Bed Bug Kits, see our Bed Bug Control page.

What is Methoprene?

Methoprene is an amber-colored liquid with a slight fruity odor.

 
Methoprene As an IGR (Insect Growth Regulator) Insecticide

Methoprene is an active ingredient in pesticides known as IGRs (Insect Growth Regulators). Methoprene is used most widely in mosquito control, but is also effective as a growth inhi ...

 The Problem - Mosquito bites cause itching and irritation, and scratching may result in infected sores. Mosquitoes also transmit serious and sometimes fatal diseases to humans and their pets.

Diseases - Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain that can be caused by viruses. The symptoms of encephalitis can range from mild to severe. Severe symptoms include rapid onset of ...

Mosquitos

Identification & Biology

Physical Appearance

• Slender body
• Scaled wings
• Long legs
• Typically less than 1 inch in length

Feeding Habits

The primary nutrition for mosquitos does not actually come from blood, but nec ...

Texas Extension Office Information

For specific questions of information on Texas pest control, please visit your state extension website: http://texasextension.tamu.edu/, or contact an extension officer by phone.

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