Mosquitoes and Sandflies

Mosquitoes and sandflies (black flies) bite us and suck our blood giving rise to itchy swollen lumps on our skin. There is little or no evidence that these insects carry diseases in New Zealand as they do in other parts of the world. But they are annoying pests and cause considerable discomfort when we are enjoying New Zealand’s open air.

Mosquito larvae live in still water and sand fly larvae in streams. Mosquitoes are often most active at dusk and around areas of some shade. Sand flies are more prevalent in open country.

The numbers of mosquitoes around your home can be controlled by using effective surface sprays and removing or treating any stagnant water around your garden. Repellents can be effective in keeping biting insects away from your person and outdoor living areas.

Sandflies can ruin a good holiday in many parts of New Zealand. After mating, the female needs a meal of blood to produce eggs. Males do not bite and are vegetarian. The females attack vertebrates such as humans, birds, bats, seals, and domestic animals. They pierce the skin, creating a drop of blood that they suck up. This photograph shows the sandflies on a tent after a night on the west coast.

Sandflies cannot see at night, so they rarely bite in the dark. They do not often move indoors. Biting most often occurs when light intensity increases in the morning caused by young sandflies that have recently emerged from pupae. A second risky period is at dusk, often the result of sandflies taking blood after laying eggs earlier in the day. Sandflies are most active in dull, overcast and humid conditions, when they may bite at a similar rate

NO MOSQUITOES CONCENTRATE 250ML

Long lasting, hard surface spray.  Once mosquitoes land or walk across the sprayed area they will die.  Spray indoor and outdoor walls, decks, patio, or any areas where mosquitoes land.  Sprayed areas will give control of mosquitoes for up to 4 months. Dilute No Mosquitoes concentrate with water.

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NO MOSQUITOES READY TO USE TRIGGER SPRAY 500ML

This spray is the diluted, ready to use version of the No Mosquitoes concentrate. It is convenient to have on hand to spray areas such as around window frames, window sills, door frames and other areas where mosquitoes try to get inside.

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NO MOSQUITOES CITRONELLA CANDLE

Italian candle in a terracotta container.  Candle comes in two sizes, 150g and 400g and gives up to 24 hours burn time. Space several candles outdoors to create a pleasant ambiance, at the same time repelling mosquitoes.

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Personal Insect Repellents

SAFARI ORGANIC INSECT REPELLENT WIPES

Convenient, light weight, pack of insect repellent wipes.  The wipes contain natural botanical oils which repel insects and prevent them biting. These organic wipes are BioGro certified. The wipes are safe for children to use and have a light, pleasant fragrance.

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SAFARI INSECT REPELLENT SPRAY

Long lasting, water proof, personal insect repellent spray. Specifically formulated for hunters, fishermen, campers, holiday makers, and remains effective even after swimming.  It is not greasy and comes in an easy to carry compact container.

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SAFARI INSECT REPELLENT STICK AND ROLL ON

SAFARI 30g STICK

Compact, easy to carry insect repellent. Apply to forehead, neck, ankles, wrists or any other body area where insects have access to skin.

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SAFARI INSECT REPELLENT ROLL ON 60ml

Roll on is easily applied to skin exposed to biting insects. Easy to carry in purse or pack.

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