If you are trapping mosquitoes in your yard, you may need a long extension cord as well, so you can plug the fan into an indoor outlet.
Consider picking moths or other non-mosquito insects off the screen before spraying.
Check the label to see if the pesticide is approved for the intended use by the Environmental Protection Agency or another regulatory organization. [4] X Research source
Citronella, lemon grass, any citrus fruit, basil, rosemary, mint, or catnip may all have a minor effect.
Some mosquito-killing traps work using a fan system, very similar to the homemade trap described above. These can be effective, at least temporarily. [7] X Research source
Citronella candles are mostly effective due to the smoke, not the scent. [8] X Research source Any candle will work almost as well.
Always read the warning label on insecticides to find out if pets or young children could be harmed by drinking the treated water. Products that use bacterial agents to kill the larvae, rather than chemicals, are typically safer for other animal life. [10] X Research source
Mosquitoes are not attracted to sodium lights, LED lights, and yellow “bug lights. “[13] X Research source Use these as night lighting to reduce the number of mosquitoes that show up, but not to attract a single mosquito victim.
If the mosquito won’t land, try to kill it by clapping both hands together around it as it flies. This may take several tries.
You can purchase a fly swatter for this purpose, or even an electrified one that only needs to lightly touch the insect to kill it.
