Mosquito Almanac
The independent, fully sourced guide to mosquitoes: the species, the diseases they carry, how to control them, and how to avoid being bitten. Written in plain language, with every claim traced to a real source.
No products sold. Every claim cited. Reviewed and dated.
Start anywhere. It all connects.
Species
Identify what is biting you: profiles, genera, and how to tell them apart.
Diseases and health
West Nile, EEE, dengue, and more, with real risk levels and when to see a doctor.
Control and treatment
What actually reduces mosquitoes, and what wastes your money.
Prevention and repellents
Repellents that work, plus screens, nets, and clothing.
Mosquitoes where you live
Regional guides and state-by-state mosquito and disease risk.
The mosquito year
When mosquito season starts, peaks, and ends, and what to do each month.
Mosquito bites
What is normal, what is not, and how to tell bites apart.
How mosquitoes work
Life cycle, feeding, senses, and behavior, explained simply.
Every claim shows its receipts
If a fact cannot be traced to a credible source (a public health agency, peer-reviewed research, or university entomology), it does not go on the page. Read our sourcing method, browse the full A to Z index, or see the myths we debunk.
Educational reference only. Nothing here is medical advice. If you have symptoms after a bite, contact a healthcare professional.