Bellows from the Insect World
No see ums are tiny biting midges of the Ceratopogonidae family. They are nuisances to domesticated and wild animals, and humans alike. Their bites cause discomfort and severe reactions in some individuals. If you’ve ever asked the question, “why do no see ums bite?” this article explains in simple terms.…
Aphids are a gardener’s worst nightmare. They are tiny plant lice that could go unnoticed unless you stalk your garden as I do. As you already know, aphids are difficult to get rid of. They breed quickly, and as soon as you’ve gotten an infestation under control, another nasty outbreak…
When dealing with a no see um situation, what is your first line of defense? What do you do to soothe the inflammation that occurs? Do you simply wait it out, or rush for your clear nail polish to dab to the area as some sources recommend doing? Whatever no…
What’s that insect flying through your garden and perching on your precious plants? Not sure? Plenty of people aren’t. Many are aware that these insects look like bees, but something’s a bit off. What is it? What are those insects that look like bees? The resemblance is uncanny, but don’t…
Camphor is an aromatic phytochemical found in various essential oils. The camphor laurel tree (Cinnamomum camphora) is a prime candidate for extracting the chemical. It’s also a derivative of several other plants in small traces, like rosemary leaves (Rosmarinus officinalis or Salvia rosmarinus). The constituent camphor may exist in liquid…
You may have no see ums in the house because you’re close in proximity to a breeding site. While male no see ums typically remain close to their emergence site after maturing from the larval stage, female biting midges tend to travel some kilometers away in search of a blood…
No see ums bites are notorious around the world. Punkies, sandflies, the Scotland midge, biting gnats–you name them—they are problematic wherever they are. For such insignificant insects, they create a large problem for people who love chilling outside. If they are common aggressors and turnoffs in your life, this article…
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Your legs and arms are etched with tiny, red welts. The itching is so intense you could go crazy. The bites keep coming, but you can’t see the culprits to swat them. You’re afraid to be out in your garden, enjoying nature as you’d love to, and summer vacations are…
Are you tired of being bitten alive by no see ums? Take a look at our list of the best no see ums repellents to find relief against biting midges.
Are you looking to learn how to stop no see ums from biting you? This article outlines at least 11 no see ums prevention methods you can use.
