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Mosquitos are beginning to emerge for the summer season.
With a bit of a heavier rain season for places like Lethbridge, that fact is often accompanied by a stronger mosquito presence.
Mosquitos rely on water, standing water, for almost their entire life cycle.
Eggs are laid directly in standing water, the larvae live submerged feeding on microorganisms, and the pupae also stay in the water until they mature.
The City of Lethbridge is currently advising residents to stay diligent about stagnant water on their properties.
According to experts, checking your gutter for standing water and adding mesh covers to rain barrels can also help prevent mosquito populations.
Mosquitos also serve as a food source to local birds and bats, so natural remedies for mosquito removal are always preferred.
Marigolds, citronella, and calendula can make excellent additions to any mosquito free garden as well.
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