I believe it's an Asian Tiger mosquito but not too sure. Ive been getting bites all over inside my bedroom for the past few days. I'm in SoCal, any help is appreciated, thanks!
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I am not really sure if this is an Asian Tiger mosquito but it sure is a mosquito for sure. They are horrible when they do bite and it looks like you might be a little allergic to these bits from the size of the bite on your arm. I would go to the store and get a bottle of mint oil and keep applying this to your skin all the time. It will prevent the bugs from biting you because they hate the smell of the oil and they don't land on you.
Hello sorry for your troubles!! Insects can be very pesky and resilient:( but I have put together a few things about it so that maybe I can help!
WHAT TO DO:
* Camphor. Camphor is a natural home remedy that will assist in getting rid of mosquitoes around your house or apartment.
*Use citronella torches or candles to keep bugs away from small areas outside, such as a porch or deck. Fans can blow winds strong enough to disperse mosquitoes outdoors. Electrocuters, or mosquito zappers, use heat and carbon dioxide to attract and kill mosquitoes.(the reason for the outdoor tips as well is because if you limit the outside population then they will most likely recognize your house as a unpreffered climate and move on somewhere else)
*Remove any water-filled containers like old tires, food containers and buckets from your yard. Keep mosquitoes from breeding in bird baths, pet water dishes and plastic wading pools by emptying them at least once a week.
*Clothing: Loose-fitting garments will minimize skin exposure and feeding sites
HOW TO RECOGNIZE:
* First off I'd like to share a link to a picture of what on looks like: images.app.goo.gl/
*Asian tiger mosquitoes are black with silvery white markings. The best way to identify this species is by the single median silver-white stripe from its head down the center of its back, as well as its striped black and white legs.
WHAT TO DO WITH BITES:
*Apply an anti-itch lotion
*Use a cool or warm compress to the affected area for short periods at a time,
*Put some toothpaste (with menthol) over the bite.
Well I hope this was useful best of wishes with it!!
It is difficult to really offer very much other than general information because the most important thing you can do is find out how these are getting into your bedroom and since we do not know if you live in an apartment building or if you are living where you have a yard so suggestions may/will differ.
If you live in an apartment I can only suggest that you check all screens and doors leading outside to make sure they do not have even the tiniest hole or gap as these can come in through even ordinary screens. If you open any windows you may have to buy the screens that are made for this purpose or even the screen to fit over your regular screens.
Be sure you do not have any 'standing' water in your home as they do need water (and blood) to live.
Fact: Males usually live for about a week, while females can live for a few months - if they have a host (for blood). Also; only females bite. Does it matter? - not that I can tell.
The biggest fact that I know of is there are thousands of different types of mosquitoes and these can be found all over but knowing the name of the mosquito may be nice but is not relevant to the problem. They all look alike to me.
Here is a link to CDC about these annoying insects and some useful tips:
www.cdc.gov/
control-mosquitoes.com/
Sometimes a 'solution' can be as annoying (smell) as the insect but not as long lasting maybe.
My son mixes a few drops of Tea Tree Oil in a spray bottle that he uses when he is working outside and this works for him and is actually okay for the skin (not a 'bad' smell).
Some people use citrus and the old timers used Camphor Oil either straight or mixed with water to keep bugs away and to heal bites/pain. Most farms had a camphor tree and you rub the leaves on your skin to release the oil. I'm not too fond of the camphor or sulfur smells.
If you have a yard outside your windows then you'll have to be sure there is no standing water in even the smallest areas as they multiply quickly.
Someone told me several years ago that I could add used coffee grounds to stagnant water and it would kill the mosquito eggs and when doing this research, I found this was also one of the 'solutions'. I had a small ditch where water was trapped and I tossed all of my coffee grounds into the ditch and it solved my problem.
If you need to know more you can always contact your county extension agency and ask them because they will know what type of mosquitoes are prevalent in your area.
ask.extension.org/
Yes this sure looks like a tiger mosquito. You should eliminate any and all sources of standing water -- indoors and outdoors (tarps, ponds, pots, downspouts, clogged gutter, dog bowls, birdbaths, hot tub, open boat, watering cans, toys, plant dishes, discarded tires etc.) Also mow the grass and remove all yard debris. Good luck!
These are sooooo not fun !This is Aedes Albopictus- or called Tiger or Forest Mosquito. Itchy biting( pest ) insect. Has black with white stipes. - hoofia.com/
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