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Super sized and with a bite to match, Mega Mosquitoes known as gallinippers, are set to invade Florida this summer where major tropical events such as Tropical Storm Debby awakened the dormant eggs.

The female gallinipper (Psorophora ciliata) feeds day and night.  It goes after people, will bite pets and even fish, out in the wild.

So prepare yourselves, this mosquito can pierce through several layers of clothing with a single bite.  Due to their sheer size and robust physique, the gallinipper  may be less susceptible to standard insect repellents.  The best way to protect against these super-sized mosquitoes is to wear bug spray with DEET and cover up as best as possible.

They are primarily found in the southeastern United States, but their range extends as far north as Ontario and Quebec, and well into the mid-west. Psorophora ciliata has also been found as far south as Argentina.  A study has shown that these notoriously aggressive mosquitoes are attracted by light.  Mosquito Traps like Mega-Catch™, that incorporate light as an attractant method, may be more successful at controlling this particular species than traps that don’t.

Black Friday isn’t until the day after Thanksgiving but we’ve got the deals going a little early. Stockpile now for next season and save 25%* off accessories in our Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale.

Shop on-line using the early bird activation code:  BLACKFRIDAY2012 at checkout.

* Excludes Mega-Packs

With 241 cases of West Nile virus and four related deaths reported so far this year, the United States is experiencing the biggest spike in the mosquito-borne illness since 2004.

Because most infections occur between June and September, hitting their peak in August, ongoing preventive measures are essential.   So keep your traps running, slap on the bug spray and try and stay indoors after dusk when mosquitoes are most active.

Great Gadgets – Upgrade your PREMIER XC Trap to CO₂

While our traps don’t need Carbon Dioxide (CO2) to attract mosquitoes, operation of Mega-Catch’s™ patented ‘Variable Quantity Slow CO2 Gas Release System’ will boost capture rates of targeted species.  Mega-Catch™ ULTRA traps come CO2 ready, all that’s needed is a gas cylinder (sold separately).  However this summer’s brutal mosquito season, together with the re-emergence of West Nile Virus, has seen our traps literally fly off the shelves.  We are currently out of stock of ULTRA traps in Canada until next year.

The good news is, if you do have a Pro 900 PREMIER XC trap you can upgrade it to ULTRA specifications with our CO2 upgrade kit.  The upgrade kit (sold separately) converts or ‘transforms’ the PREMIER XC to top-of-the-line ULTRA trap specifications, making it Carbon Dioxide (CO2) capable.

This enables the traps to replicate a key feature of human/animal respiration by releasing or ‘exhaling’ variable amounts of CO2 into the air plume.  Use of this system is entirely optional and the trap can be run with or without the gas turned on.  However, if you are battling a challenging mosquito problem we strongly recommend that you operate your trap with CO2 as this can increase the coverage area (up from 1 acre to 1.5 acres) and capture rates by as much as 300-400%.

An ULTRA manual plus a full set of stick on badges (included in the upgrade kit) completes the transformation!

It’s not too late in the season to have a CO2 trap – limited numbers of CO2 Upgrade Kits are still available.

During West Nile season, you’ll also receive a FREE Catch Bag + FREE skirt (value $19.90) with any trap or upgrade kit purchased from our online store.  Use coupon code WESTNILE12 at checkout in the U.S. shopping cart and WESTNILEC12 in the Canadian shopping cart.

Mark the American Mosquito Control Association’s (AMCA) National Mosquito Control Awareness Week (June 24-30) and fight the bite in your backyard with a few simple steps including the AMCA’s recommended three D’s:

1. DRAIN – Empty out water containers at least once a week.
2. DRESS – Wear long sleeves, long pants and light colored, loose fitting clothing.
3. DEFEND – Apply an approved repellent such as DEET, Picaridin or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus.

Mosquito repellents provide excellent personal protection, however they don’t actually kill mosquitoes. 

Fortunately Mega-Catch™ traps do! 

Referred to as the nuclear option of mosquito control by the Wall Street Journal, Mega-Catch™ ULTRA Mosquito Traps are the ultimate weapon against mosquitoes and other biting insects.  So if you live in Florida, and more importantly Brevard County, and you visit any of the Brevard County Mosquito Control Department’s information booths during ‘mosquito week’ you will go in the draw to win one of our next generation Pro 900 ULTRA Mosquito Traps. 

Special displays will be located outside Lowes and Home Depot department stores throughout the county with staff on hand to provide expert advice on how to mosquito proof your home this summer. 

Lowes,Titusville.
Home Depot, Titusville
Home Depot, Merritt Island
Lowes, Rockledge
Lowes, Indialantic
Lowes, Palm Bay

For more information visit the Brevard County Mosquito Department’s website.

If you’re a Multitasking, Over-worked, Miracle-worker, MOM for short, you want DIY Mosquito Control made easy, and with Mega-Catch™ it is!  As easy as ONE, TWO, TRAP!

So all you moms head on over to dailymothering  and enter in the draw for the ALPHA Pro 900 Mega-Bundle.

The Pro 900 ALPHA is our entry-level mosquito trap packed with features; including some of the same winning technology as our top performing ULTRA and PREMIER traps.

Ideal for use in small yards, patios and gardens, the Mega-Catch™ ALPHA Mosquito Trap can attract mosquitoes and other biting insects from as far away as 90 feet using its sophisticated LED lighting array display.  Heat pulsing from a powerful central core heat system allows the ALPHA to simulate subtle changes in human body temperature. While the UV LEDs help make the ALPHA even more appealing to a wider range of mosquito species.

And to make your backyard a safer, more enjoyable place over summer, we recommend your Mega-Catch™ Mosquito Trap is used in conjunction with other sensible control measures designed to manage mosquito problems.  Read more

Black Friday

Black Friday has changed drastically since it started in the 60s. Originally, the term “Black Friday” was used by Philadelphia police officers to describe the chaotic shopping day after Thanksgiving, when the streets were clogged with pedestrians and vehicles. However, later on it was also called Black Friday to mark the beginning of the Christmas shopping season, when stores moved from loss to profit – or from “red” to “black”.

Cyber Monday

For those who prefer to do their shopping in front of the computer, on-line shopping is a sure way to avoid store crowds.

Save 30%* off accessories in our Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals – Sale commences Thursday 24 November for 5 days only.

Use Coupon Code: BLACKFRIDAY2011
Details on Deals @ megacatch.com

* Excludes Mega-Packs and specialty spare parts

Brad Smith of Slater, South Carolina is this year’s winner in our “Give us Your Best Shot” competition.  Judged by our Techperts as the most creative and interesting entry by far, we’re sure Brad will make good use of his $100 Camping World Gift Card.

“Mosquito Trap Maintenance Made Easy”  by Brad Smith.  Check it out at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBckpsnd2oE