Mosquitoes - tips and precautions

joef55


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 12:04

Mosquitoes - tips and precautions.



The mosquito season started around the end of May and will usually last until the weather turns chillier in the evenings towards the end of October.



http://cyprusgardener.blogspot.com/2011/06/mosquitoes-tips-and-precautions.html

stilluvithere



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Posts: 765

Message Posted:
18/06/2011 13:38

If your mosquitos are that small and sandy coloured they are more likely to be sand flies

martinD41


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 14:16

Mozzies do bread in standing water,1 bucket of water left undisturbed can breed many Hundreds of them..



Imagine how many could breed in a swimming pool that is left standing for months whilst it's owners are away.....It's about time people took responsibility for their pools when they go home for 6/8 months...there are many swimming pools here that are left to virtually stagnate ,and are "Alive" with mozzie lava..The responsible thing to do is drain it, or pour 1litre of diesel on it..or even more responsible use a contractor to maintain it...year round.......(Oh! hang on that costs money)......you Brits don't like spending money do you..? I think leaving pools for long periods without due servicing should be made an offence,as in some countries eg; France

vonny


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 14:41

if your neighbour has left their pool standing and its causing a lot of mozzies,you can complain to your beledeye, they are suppose to come and sort the pool out then charge the owners when they return to this country

martinD41


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 14:49

Good point Vonny, but why should it be down to the local Authorities to sort out a privately owned pool.surely it's the responsibility of the pool owners....

vonny


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 14:58

it is the responsibility of the pool owners ,martin, but if they are not here,then the beledeye is your only option,who i think should totally empty it,and if its damaged by the sun, its their problem.and they should be charged for the work.maybe after that the owners will be more careful in the future,why should people living around the pool have to suffer

martinD41


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 15:18

Vonny I agree, utterly irresponsible.........There should be heavy fines or "compulsory" service/maintenance packages put into place...

Pippie


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 16:10

If anyone is looking for something to spray (or roll-on) themselves, I have Calypso Insect Repellent with and without deet (for those with sensitive skin) that I imported recently, especially with ME in mind who is lunch to everything that bites!



I sell it on the local markets. Tomorrow you can find me at Pembe Gül Garden Centre market in Ozanköy (next to the KPet petrol station on the road to Bellapais Abbey). Next week's venues are:

Açmenya restaurant in Alsancak on Thursday afternoon

Carpenters restaurant in Karaoğlanoğlü on Friday morning

Chateau Lambousa in Lapta on Saturday morning

Whistler


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 16:23

The problem we have is an unsold house next door (about 6 years). The builders have disappeared and cannot be contacted. Korinia estates have the house for sale so they must know where the owners are.

It`s no wonder nobody wants to buy it. Filthy stagnant pool, garden with weeds shoulder high and the house is full of damp. I think the belediye came once and put something in there but will have to go and tell them again

martinD41


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 16:30

Whistler....Pour a litre of Diesel on the surface....it drowns the lava and prevents mozzies laying more eggs....

Jimbo51


Joined: 24/09/2010
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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 16:33

Keep the mossies out the house by fitting fly screens to the windows that you usually leave open for breeze.If going out,spray exposed areas of flesh especially around feet and legs with a recognised repellent. 'OFF' is a pretty good product.

When returning home after evening out don't let the mossies in the front door with you!!

joef55


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 19:15

Can't the small ones get through fly screens

Whistler


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Message Posted:
18/06/2011 20:07

Thanks Rob, we`ll try that.

joef55


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Message Posted:
19/06/2011 07:41

Do sand flys only live near beaches?

martinD41


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Message Posted:
19/06/2011 17:02

joef55.No they tend to be everywhere, I have noticed a greater concentration around Livestock ,,,Sheep, Goats etc

joef55


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Message Posted:
20/06/2011 11:36

There are quite a few dairies near us, so that fits martinD41

chriswife


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Message Posted:
20/06/2011 18:41

'mozzies do bread' what eat loaves you mean??????

chriswife


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Message Posted:
20/06/2011 18:44

ooo nasty my mum in law had malaria twice i'm off to buy some repellant before i emigrate, little blighters can't stand them, bad form o n the old pool stagnating issue shame o n them.

Riddles


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Message Posted:
21/06/2011 20:40

Don't wear after-shave or scent ...it attracts them

joef55


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Message Posted:
22/06/2011 09:56

Riddles is right - they love any perfume

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
22/06/2011 11:03

See the 'Sandfly disease - can we develop immunity?' thread for further information on tips and precautions - that is why I have resurrected this thread from page 4!

joef55


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Message Posted:
22/06/2011 14:18

Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease caused by a protozoan that initially lives in the sand fly and is transmitted to people through sand fly bites.



Have there been any cases in Cyprus?

joef55


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Message Posted:
22/06/2011 21:30

Leishmaniasis - mostly found in India and Africa

joef55


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Message Posted:
23/06/2011 15:06

Plenty little biters around last night

jeffdiamond


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Message Posted:
24/06/2011 00:25

coming over in july wot shall i eat to protect me from them little blighters

jenfarrall


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Posts: 297

Message Posted:
24/06/2011 00:53

Marmite,take vitB and garlic capsules every day,start taking now

lovinit


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Message Posted:
24/06/2011 04:36

I find Avon skin so soft is great for stopping the little buggers biting.



I hate anything with deet in as it makes me feel unwell...........

kimbers


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Message Posted:
24/06/2011 16:20

Thanks jenfarrall, I will give that a try...unfortunately they love me!

joef55


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Message Posted:
24/06/2011 19:53

Avoid sugary foods and eat raw garlic

laptarunner



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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 13:14

I found by using skin so soft (Avon) keeps them away,spray yourself before the evening falls it helps, and don't wear or wash with anything with perfume in. Mrs Laptarunner.

laptarunner



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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 13:14

I found by using skin so soft (Avon) keeps them away,spray yourself before the evening falls it helps, and don't wear or wash with anything with perfume in. Mrs Laptarunner.

Ballyboffin


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Posts: 903

Message Posted:
25/06/2011 15:30

Put pots of Basil on window ledges and around where you are sitting outside. The mossies and flies hate it.



You can also rub the leaves on your skin as a natural replellant. ( Lovely in a tomato salad too! )

rosylee


Joined: 22/07/2010
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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 17:02

Quick tip....if you run out of repelants-a rub over with vinegar helps.Don't forget that shampoo contains perfume as does fabric conditioner.Whilst here in cyprus avoid the conditioner and rinse your hair in vinegar.(only trouble is ---you fancy fish "N" chips for about 10 mins )

chriswife


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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 17:14

so thats slather with skin so soft, smell of bo and garlic cos no perfume, grow basil, nice rub down with vinegar go hypo on lack of sugar whilst eating a marrmite butty and avoiding hugging a sheep........ok got it!!!!!

joef55


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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 17:54

Vinegar definetly works and it also soothes bites

Ballyboffin


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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 19:24

A paste of Bicarbonate of soda really soothes bites, also works on burns.

mark&beck



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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 19:27

Use a repellant with "DEET" it doesn't smell great but no bites!

mozgor



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Message Posted:
25/06/2011 23:12

Our friends, who now live in NZ, have a wall mounted spray which works a bit like an air frenshener, but sprays out Natural Pyrethrin Insecticide.



We were thinking of getting some and bringing it over, has anyone else used it and if so how effective was it?



Have attached a link to the page so yo can see what I'm talking about.



Moyra



http://www.pesthelp.co.uk/weshop/Mosquitos.asp

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
26/06/2011 10:55

mozgor: It's the sandflies that are the biggest worry - they have become resistant to 'Permithrin' - you need *'Cypermethrin', which is now available at 'Homebase' [Nicosia/RoC - just across the Metehan Border].

* Also, like 'Permithrin', safe for humans and pets - as long as you don't imbibe! *Mix ratio for 'Alpha Cypermethrin' is 2ml to one and a half litres of water - enough to spray most houses and patios. *This will stop all ants and cockroaches, spiders and sundry other 'nasties & bities'!



I have previously elaborated on this subject on many other threads - archive 'mosquito'/sandfly on CY44.

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
26/06/2011 11:02

mozgor:



Suggest you and other sufferers that succumb to biting insects read my posts on this link:



http://www.cyprus44.com/forums/22598.asp

joef55


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Message Posted:
26/06/2011 20:16

Hoovering sandflies reduces their numbers significantly

mozgor



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Message Posted:
27/06/2011 19:26

Thanks Tenakoutou, sounds like this could safe a lot of money - cheers.



Moyra

DianeY


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Message Posted:
27/06/2011 21:50

Lots of great tips - thank you all

chriswife


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Message Posted:
27/06/2011 23:02

I agree very informative thread.thanks.

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
28/06/2011 09:27

A bit of extra info. re. 'Cypermethrin':



It makes a very safe garden spray as it is 'non-systemic' - i.e., does not get into the sap system of plants. Therefore it is recommended for spraying on cabbages, tomatoes, sweetcorn and pip-fruit and citrus. Harvesting and consumption can be after only three days - obviously wash the produce before eating.



If you spray door and window channels and a small area of surrounding walls [around windows and doors]; it has a residual effect of up to 8 weeks and you'll be amazed at the effectiveness of this chemical - yet it won't harm your pets. Livestock breeders and keepers spray it on cattle and horses to prevent flies, ticks and fleas.



The obvious next question is: 'Is it safe to use on dogs and cats?' - Answer: I've never tried it, or checked with any company that produces 'Cypermethrin' and there doesn't seem to be that info. on the Net. It would be good if it is OK - save us all a lot of money on rip-off priced 'Frontline +'!

slatnumber7


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Message Posted:
28/06/2011 11:23

A couple of points worthy of mention, try not to have your exterior doors open too long unless you have fly screens of course.



When the sand flies do get in the house they tend to congregate during the daytime around the ceiling line of the interior walls, so yes it's worth a quick wizz around those areas with the vacumn cleaner nozzle if you can reach. (It cuts down on spraying and evacuating the living rooms.)



Also if you have large gaps at the base of doors fashion a draught excluder made of the flyscreen mesh and wooden trim. When you spray your fly screens don't forget to spray the draught excluders as well.



It works for me I hope it does for you too but you must stick to all of the other common sense tips above. Good Luck.

joandjelly


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Message Posted:
28/06/2011 11:43

For those of you that have already been bitten, a friend of mine recommended putting toothpaste on bites. He told me it would take down the swelling and that the bites would be virtually gone by the next day. I have to admit I was sceptical but have tried it the past two days and it really works. You only need a tiny blob by the way

rosylee


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Message Posted:
28/06/2011 11:44

Be carefull spraying products on your fly screens-some can burn thru the mesh over time(costly mistake)

Try the dilution of vinegar and water and gently wipe over the mesh.Do this on a regular basis- as if you are dusting the screens.We give our customers "Care & Cleaning of your screens "with the written guarantee.



My Father was fanatical at destroying flies with spray in England.He sprayed a blue bottle on a UPVC window ledge and the surface BUBBLED UP !!!



Do be careful everyone.

JANET --MR FLY

DianeY


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Message Posted:
28/06/2011 23:21

Rosylee thanks for the information as we were considering spraying our fly screens

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
29/06/2011 07:43

You can and should spray your flyscreens with 'Cypermethrin' based chemicals - some of these contain 'Xylene', which holds the insecticide in suspension - doesn't affect interior house paint, or most curtain materials. Of course, the sensible thing to do is spray a small test area first.



I've been using and mixing up my own 'Roy's Bite Balm' [after-bite lotion] for many years. Here's the method again:



Save your press & spray small containers > fill 2/3rds full with medical ammonia [available in TRNC pharmacies] > add a teaspoon of 'Johnson's Baby Oil + [but not necessary] 6 drops of 'Tea Tree' oil. The 'Tea Tree' oil definitely does help to deter further biters.



You must shake the bottle thoroughly every time you use it - this is so the oil will hold the ammonia in suspension and therefore itch relief lasts longer. A bottle of this home mix MUST be kept safely away from children.



This is very effective on all insect bites - even jellyfish stings.

joef55


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Message Posted:
29/06/2011 09:16

Tenakoutou - thanks for the recipe

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
29/06/2011 19:10

It seems the sandflies have come out in force during the past few days - remember they can bite through cotton/nylon socks - so, keep blathering on the repellent!



Sandflies don't just bite once. When they have targeted you, they keep homing in on you like 'Kamekaze' pilots!



For those people who have very sensitive skin and know they have a reaction to ammonia ['Roy's Bite Balm'], may I suggest a Turkish product, which eases the itching remarkably well: it is 'Stilex Jel' - ask for this at any pharmacy in TRNC. Any itch relief potion generally only works after multiple applications, so keep applying until the itching subsides - don't expect instant miracles!

dublinderm


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Message Posted:
29/06/2011 19:22

When deploying to Liberia in the mid Ninetys, Irish Military personnel were advised to drink a litre or more of Tonic Water a day as a repellent for mosquitoes.



I have drunk it ever since when visiting TRNC and no longer get bitten. The gin is optional!!!



Every little bit helps.



DD

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
29/06/2011 19:29

Didn't it have to be 'Schweppes' tonic, because this contained quinine.



Apparently, it contains much less now - or, so I was told.



Does anyone know what 'Turkish Tonic' contains - 'Fruko', for example?

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
30/06/2011 13:38

A mate of mine has invested in this co's product to eradicate Mozzis..( MozziMort) and found that it also kills off Bed bugs - a huge issue in the US ( and of course Cockroaches )



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lhs7e7oqrtY



You just paint the skirting boards in your bedroom every two years



http://www.biotechinternational.co.uk/

mozgor



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Message Posted:
01/07/2011 23:00

Interesting re MozziMort - wonder if it works for sand flies too

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
02/07/2011 09:24

Having looked at the MozziMort film clip, you would have to paint it on YOURSELVES!



Also, it claims that insects will become paralysed within 25 mins. of contact with it - sandflies can bite you dozens of times in 25 mins! They may fly away to die, but that's not much of a consolation for their frantically itching victims!



Having a dog, or cat, next to you on the patio attracts sandflies far more than if humans only are present - this is a fact!

cyprusairsoft



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Message Posted:
02/07/2011 11:21

in pools that are left as ponds shove a small submersible pump in it and kill the blighters as the sun will cook em.

did this to a pool which had been left for 3 years and virtually no mozzies at all



we used to have 7-9 in every room evry night now we hardly have 1-2 whole house



diesel is a tried and tested method as above post

joef55


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Message Posted:
02/07/2011 13:26

Great tips

Ridle


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Message Posted:
02/07/2011 13:57

We don`t have any mozzy`s, sand flies, or house flies of any kind in the house.



The battle has been won by using fly screens to good effect (spray them as per Tenakoutou`s reccomendations)



We have also made curtains made from mosquito net material & hung them in following locations.

Rear patio door, Front door, Upstairs bedroom patio door, Bedroom door.



The result is a very cool insect free house with good temperatures for sleeping at night............. heaven

No aircon used as yet.

joef55


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Message Posted:
03/07/2011 18:15

Ridle what do you spray your flyscreens with?

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
03/07/2011 19:39

Well done, 'Ridle' - I'm glad I have been of help!



I have explained the reasons for using 'Alpha Cypermethrin' spray - but for quite a long lasting and effective 'fix', you can spray with 'Fluetex', which is always available in TRNC supermarkets. The latter, obviously, is more expensive - aerosols always are - but worth it to prevent being 'eaten alive'!

Ridle


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Message Posted:
03/07/2011 22:56

joef55



I use Cypermetherin as reccomended by Tenakoutou & find this works well.

Follow message 62.

mozgor



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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 14:55

Hi all - was surfing and came across this web page for outdoor, cost effective fly traps and thought some of you may be interested, cos we certainly are. I emailed the company to establish if sand flies were one of the species that it would work with and they emailed back confirming that sand flies were one of the flies it had been designed for.



http://www.flitrapdirect.com/default/

Ridle


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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 17:07

I don`t think traps are the answer to the sand fly problem as they become very active as darkness falls.



They will catch a few & provide entertainment during daylight hours but these flies are very clever. Stage 1. They are intent in getting into your house as it is getting dark & flying to the ceiling or other hiding place.

Stage2. They wait untill you go to sleep & they fly down & bite you maybe a couple of times then go hide again, they may do this several times during the night & even one fly can inflict many bites. The itching does not start for a couple of days so many people do not associate the damage to the bedroom.



The answer is don`t let them in to your house in the first place by taking the advice posted earlier in this thread.

astonhilbilly


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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 19:22

We spent ages searching Homebase in the South for Cypermetherin. Not being able to read Greek we asked several assistants and were sold a product named 'Apache' which you add to water and spray.

It was hard going trying to make anyone understand what we were asking for so we hope this product will do the job!!

If anyone knows the 'trade name' of Cypermetherin would you please let us know.

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 21:05

*'Alpha Cypermethrin' [50ml plastic bottles] is sold in 'Homebase' [the new one - turn left at the Olympic rings roundabout, then right at the first traffic lights]. It is sold by the 'Lambrou' company. If you can't get it, go to the help desk and ask them to phone 'Lambrou' to deliver.



The little bottles should come with a small measuring cup attached to the top, but I noticed that several bottles had had the cups missing/filched.



Unfortunately, and against EU directives, the GC ag. chemicals aren't provided with English language instructions - only Greek.



* The dose rate is: 2ml Cypermethrin to 1500ml/1.5litres of water. Once mixed, the product should really be used/sprayed on within 3 days, or it will deteriorate and thus lose its effectiveness.

Ridle


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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 21:50

I was able to buy a bottle of Alpha Cypermetherin from the homebase store southside as described by Tenakoutou.



However it was the last bottle on the shelf & they may not have restocked yet. Don`t worry I think Flutex will do the same job, I have sprayed mine today with this but if you want some i have plenty.



Just a bit more research i have carried out. I measured my flyscreen mesh & the size is less than 1.5mm maybe 1.2 as a 1.5mm drill bit will not pass through. Upon checking a mosqueto net I find it is bigger mest although it is round mesh as opposed to square. Therefore I have no evidence a sandfly will pass through flyscreen mesh.

Ridle


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Message Posted:
04/07/2011 21:57

cont.



I think it is more important to ensure there are no gaps between your screens & the window frame.



I have reduced my gaps top near zero & up till now i do not have any problems. (it`s nice to know its not possible for anything to pass into the house via the screens)

I have seen screens with 5mm gaps....moterway for sandflies

Tenakoutou



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Message Posted:
05/07/2011 10:23

Quite right, 'Ridle' - gaps and window/door frames, sliders/guttering need to be sprayed - many people, having sprayed the netting, neglect to do this!



Many people wonder why they're getting attacked by sandflies and mossies while they're busy on their computers. Sandflies, in particular, can and will live in computer 'towers' - they like the warmth and obviously 'realise' that their prey [us!] don't realise where they're hiding!



'Fluetex' smells vile when used indoors, so I suggest using 'Vape Super KO2' - available at TRNC supermarkets. This is way more non-viscous than ordinary fly sprays, so the can needs to be shaken extra well before spraying is commenced.



Spraying under and around computer desks [where legs and ankles are often exposed] and adjacent wall and curtain/blind areas also help to combat our perennial sandfly problem.

astonhilbilly


Joined: 05/05/2009
Posts: 162

Message Posted:
05/07/2011 10:26

I hope we haven't been sold a 'pup' - I am now wondering if this 'Apache' stuff will do the job - cost 10.5 euros.

We did go to the help desk (at the right Homebase as described) but they didn't know what we were talking about, even though I had it written down and showed them!! I don't know if I can persuade hubby to go again.

Tenakoutou



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Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
05/07/2011 11:20

astonhilbilly/msg 71:



Is this the one?



http://www.shopwechem.com/products/apache__apache.aspx



I think it is 'Pyrethroid' based - maybe OK for blow-flies and mossies, but sandflies have now become resistant to these insecticides.

astonhilbilly


Joined: 05/05/2009
Posts: 162

Message Posted:
05/07/2011 16:12

Thanks Tenakoutou for the info.

I have looked through all their products and the one that we have bought is not shown but it's name is 'Apache 1.8 EC' - it's in a small plastic container 100cc, so it's very small and all in Greek.

If, as you think, it is 'Pyrethroid' based we will have to use it in the garden maybe.

Spike


Joined: 05/07/2011
Posts: 43

Message Posted:
05/07/2011 17:57

Marmite and garlic on toast. The mossies won't bother you and neither will anything or anyone else!

joef55


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Message Posted:
10/07/2011 18:29

Strange combination on toast

flamefabs


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Message Posted:
10/07/2011 18:58

our neighbour has a portable gas powered mosquito and sand fly killer....



works a treat...........

Ridle


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Posts: 144

Message Posted:
10/07/2011 21:26

flamefabs, I assume this gas powered killer is used outside the house. If so the flies sxtill can enter the house from the oposite side if other precautions are not taken.

joef55


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Message Posted:
11/07/2011 13:34

Is it not a bit dangerous to use indoors?

eyebob


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Message Posted:
11/07/2011 14:00

Ref message 10,pour Deisel oil in pool,what great idea!!Then,to get pool up and running, buy new pump,valves and sand filter as these will all be ruined,also arrange for to contaminated water to be disposed of in an environmentally safe way.Mustt say, you are on a winner with that one,Jimmy Jerkoff!!!

Ridle


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Posts: 144

Message Posted:
11/07/2011 14:46

Eyebob.



For your ınformatıon 1 gallon of dıesel wıll form a layer on the top surface of the pool. Only 2mm thıck at most.



Thıs can be skımmed off easıly as oıl & water dont mıx. Then ıf ıts done properly there wıll only be 1 gallon of dıesel to dıspose of. No need to go through pump or fılter.



Incıdentally sınce when does dıesel destroy a water pump & valves.

joef55


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Posts: 198

Message Posted:
13/07/2011 16:38

I thought if you kept a high chlorine level in pools that this prevents mosquitoes breeding

Ridle


Joined: 01/01/2009
Posts: 144

Message Posted:
13/07/2011 21:05

Joef55



I think most people know that, There is a big problem with pools which are neglected & are allowed to become green. even a few inches in the bottom soon becomes a problem & some owners don`t care if their niebours suffer because of this.

joef55


Joined: 12/09/2009
Posts: 198

Message Posted:
15/07/2011 13:53

Neighbours from Hell springs to mind

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
21/07/2011 21:20

msg79 eyebob...Or should it be eyenob....1ltr of diesel on the surface of the average pool would form a Skin on the surface "Microns" in thickness.....By the time you return to your holiday home ,most of it will have evaporated...and many hundreds of thousands of mozzies would not have been able to breed..I anticipate your public health orientated reply....

Ridle


Joined: 01/01/2009
Posts: 144

Message Posted:
21/07/2011 21:54

Methinks eyenob has opened mouth before brain has been engaged. Somehow I don`t think we will get constructive reply

DoctorW


Joined: 28/11/2010
Posts: 334

Message Posted:
22/07/2011 07:01

Best to get rid of the little buzzers as suggested above, but for those that refuse to die and continue to bite you can grow your own repellent:



http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-health/mosquito-repellent-zm0z07zarc.aspx

Jovial_John


Joined: 31/01/2009
Posts: 1024

Message Posted:
22/07/2011 09:18

According to a National Geographic programme I watched last night, mosquito biting activity is 500 times greater during a full moon as opposed to a new moon.

Not sure that this helps in any way but it's interesting.

joef55


Joined: 12/09/2009
Posts: 198

Message Posted:
22/07/2011 10:22

Mother Earth is right DoctorW



For a quick mosquito repellent, simply crush a handful of lemon balm leaves in your hand and rub them on your exposed skin. Grow the plants near your backdoor or in your garden, where the leaves will be handy when you need them.



Read more: http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-health/mosquito-repellent-zm0z07zarc.aspx#ixzz1Soglbn4Q

joef55


Joined: 12/09/2009
Posts: 198

Message Posted:
07/08/2011 19:20

You think the mosquitoes are big in your area, "What did one mosquito say to the other mosquito after the landed the fisherman.



Answer: Should we eat him here or take him home save him for later."

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
07/08/2011 20:09

Grow Feverfew , it helps to ward off flies , ants , gnats , mice , moths , mozzies , cockroaches , mites , and bedbugs

Simbas

joef55


Joined: 12/09/2009
Posts: 198

Message Posted:
12/08/2011 19:05

Absolutely right - to protect against flies, gnats and mosquitoes, and especially bees bathe exposed skin with a double strength standard brew of Feverfew and let dry.

IbrahimAbi


Joined: 24/10/2010
Posts: 245

Message Posted:
13/08/2011 10:21

what is feverfew?

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
13/08/2011 10:38

Ibrahim , they are medicinal herb plants

Simbas

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
13/08/2011 11:03

I have bought quite a few packets of seeds to plant up around the doorways , but on reflection , am i allowed to bring it into the country ? , it is a plant that is native to south east countries .

Simbas