Debunking 14 Myths About Mosquitoes
Many common beliefs about mosquitoes are misconceptions; for example, not all mosquitoes bite humans, they can bite through clothing, and natural repellents are less effective than EPA-registered products. Mosquitoes breed in any standing water, not just dirty or stagnant water, and they can transmit diseases even without feeling the bite. Effective control involves integrated pest management, and bats and birds do not significantly reduce mosquito populations. Cold winters do not eliminate all mosquitoes, as some can survive through hibernation or egg diapause.