Mosquitoes breed in still or stagnant water. Their breeding sites include swamps, ground pools, gutters and containers. It only takes two to three weeks to produce large numbers of mature mosquitoes.

They can travel as far as 10 kilometres in search of food, resting and breeding along the way.

During the day, most mosquitoes rest and hide in cool shady areas away from direct heat before emerging at dusk to feed. However, some mosquito species, especially along the coast, bite during the day as well.

Your home could be a potential site for mosquitoes, so take steps to reduce mosquito numbers and your exposure to mosquito-borne disease. Keep your yard well-maintained, mow lawns regularly and clear vegetation areas of moist, tangled undergrowth.

A fact sheet about living with mosquitoes has been developed by Gosford City Council to assist residents. 

To find out more download the report on Living with Mosquitoes on the Central Coast (1.1Mb, pdf file).

For further information on mosquito-borne diseases go to www.health.nsw.gov.au or contact the Northern Sydney Central Coast Area Health Service.