All mosquito larvae need standing water to develop. As little as one-half inch of water in a discarded can or container will support dozens of mosquitoes.
Mosquitoes are both annoying pests and potential disease-carrying insects.
You Can Prevent Mosquito Breeding 1. Eliminate all standing water on your premises. Never put trash in a drainage ditch or storm ditch. Empty water from stored boats or cover water with a film of vegetable oil. Flatten or puncture empty cans, buckets or any outside containers that may collect water.