They spread infections like West Nile Virus and restrict outdoor activities. During the summer, people who wear shorts or t-shirts may find it more difficult to avoid mosquito bites. Itchy, itchy bites around the ankles might keep you awake at night and make sleeping difficult. An adult mosquito is around 1/4 to 1/2 inch long. They eat microscopic and algae-like creatures found in water as larvae. Females ingest blood because they need protein to grow as larvae. Females eat floral nectar, while males eat blossom nectar. Mosquitoes only have a one-week life span. Pezz Pest Control will inspect the area and use products that are specifically meant to kill mosquito larvae.