Pest Abatement District

Midges Vs. Mosquitoes

Some of you may have noticed a large number of insects in the air lately. Most of these are midges; harmless creatures that are a natural part of the ecosystem. Midges don’t have a biting needle (proboscis) and because of this they cannot transmit diseases. Mosquitoes do. Another difference is that midges fly in swarms that look like clouds. When people report being covered by a swarm of mosquitoes, they probably just walked or passed through a cloud of midges.

Elmore County Pest Abatement’s main function is the control of mosquitoes.  If you have issues or questions regarding other pests such as spiders, rodents, etc., click on the link below for a list of local companies that can be of assistance:

Companies Providing Rodent Pest Control – Check this list of companies that provide rodent/insect control.

Mosquito Problems Start At Home – Learn on how to reduce the mosquito breeding places around your home.