Common Mosquito

Common mosquitoes are small, delicate-looking insects with slender bodies, long legs, and scaled wings. They typically have a brown or grayish color and are about ¼ inch long. The most distinctive feature is their piercing-sucking mouthparts, used by females to feed on blood.

Increased mosquito activity, especially around dawn and dusk, is a key sign. You may also notice larvae (wigglers) or pupae (tumblers) in standing water sources around your yard, such as bird baths, gutters, or neglected containers. Frequent bites, especially indoors, are also a strong indicator.

MBPC offers mosquito control services including larviciding to treat standing water and adulticiding to reduce adult mosquito populations around your Grand Strand home. Our licensed technicians will identify breeding sites and apply EPA-approved treatments. Regular service during peak season can significantly reduce mosquito activity and biting pressure.

Eliminate standing water around your property by emptying containers, cleaning gutters, and filling low-lying areas. Use mosquito repellent when outdoors, especially during dawn and dusk. Consider using mosquito netting on porches or decks to create a mosquito-free zone in your Myrtle Beach backyard.

Common mosquitoes thrive in the humid subtropical climate of coastal South Carolina. They breed in standing water sources, even small ones, and are commonly found near salt marshes, tidal creeks, and residential areas with poor drainage. Adults prefer shady, sheltered areas during the day and become active at dusk and dawn.

Peak activity: Spring-Fall