Researchers have found and confirmed a gene that allows female fruit flies to get on the same frequency as courting males. Mosquitoes have the same gene and a similar courtship ritual, meaning that ...

Learn how everyday items from lemons to catnip can keep mosquitoes away naturally, saving money while protecting your family during outdoor activities.

Whether you're spending summer at home or in warmer climes, insect repellent is important for preventing bites and stings and the associated diseases transmitted by biting bugs. We've tested popular ...

While unprocessed oil has no effect, PMD has been shown to offer potent mosquito repellent action. Repellents of this nature are dose-dependent, requiring the right application-and occasionally ...

Untreated, this oil isn't effective at repelling mosquitoes. However, several studies have shown that PMD is an effective mosquito repellent. The ability of these repellents to deter mosquitoes is ...

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