Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Mozzie High Season in Thailand

The headlines read:  "Sharp rise in dengue fever (in Thailand)."
A couple of my Thai friends have it.  One is hospitalized.


There are variations to the trap
pictured in the video.
Tape instead of string facilitates easier cleaning.
I recommend adding sugar to extend 
the life of the yeast.

It's the carbon dioxide produced during fermentation that's so enticing to mosquitos.

The trap really works.  
That's the overnight collection
at my house.











Mosquitoes use their sense of smell to hunt after their prey.

Feet and ankles are a favorite.
Sweaty feet produce carbon dioxide. That cheesy smell is the attractant.
Wash your feet, apply repellant to exposed legs and ankles.
A diet of lot's of garlic and onions does not give you immunity. That's a myth.
If you've just eaten garlic, you wont be bothered by mosquitoes as long as you smell like an Italian salad,  they'll be back as soon as the smell has dissipated.

Breath and sweat produce carbon dioxide CO2.

Standing water in the kitchen and bathroom are another mosquito favorite.
In the kitchen dish soap works for me.
Those blue cleaning tablets seem to work great in the toilet.
Dark places, dark clothing become resting and hiding places.
I sleep under an overhead fan.  Mosquitos can't navigate too well in wind.
Tuesday

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