Insect bites are not uncommon in summer. The swarms cavort above all over bodies of water or in the open-air pool. But even in your own garden you are not protected. There are even more bloodsucking insects lurking here than you previously thought. On this page, learn about the different types and find out how best to protect yourself.
Horseflies don't just sting horses
What insects sting in the garden?
- The Common Mosquito
- The brake
- The stinging fly
- The wasp
The Common Mosquito
The common mosquito has the largest occurrence of its kind in Europe. Probably nobody can claim to have been spared from their sting so far. Although it is only the females who need blood from birds and mammals for their eggs, their thirst for blood is extremely high throughout the year.
The brake
Horseflies often strike near water, as this is where the young larvae hatch. As with the mosquito, the males are harmless. The sting of a female is very painful.
The stinging fly
The stinging fly occurs in this country in two different types-
- calf stitch
- And black flies
Both look very similar to the harmless housefly. Black gnats appear throughout the year but only during a short period in spring.
The wasp
Anyone who thinks that wasps are only active in late summer is wrong. Already in the spring they go on a foray. Then, however, smaller insects provide enough food for the brood. Only in August, when supplies are exhausted, do sweet foods and drinks attract wasps. who are looking for food.
Consequences of insect bites
Most insect bites have no lasting consequences. There is intense pain immediately after the sting. Wheals and redness later become visible. The itching can last for a few days. It only becomes dangerous if you have an allergic reaction to insect bites or if the insects transmit diseases.
Quick help
If the stinger is still in the skin, you should suck it out with your mouth and then spit it out well. Cut a potato or onion in half and place over the sting.
Drive insects out of the garden
To combat serve for example
- predators
- Plants with essential oils
- fragrance lamps
- torches
A detailed list can be found on this page.