Cairo balcony with plants at dusk, when mosquitoes become active
Pest guide

Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are a common nighttime pest in Egyptian homes. Only females bite: they need a blood meal to lay their eggs. Learn how to limit their presence.

Mosquitoes

Quick facts

Active
Mostly from dusk to dawn
Breeds in
Still water: tanks, plant saucers, buckets, drains
Life span
About a week for males, a few weeks for females
Bites
Yes – itchy bites, can carry disease

Ways to limit their presence

  1. Empty and cover anything that holds standing water at least once a week.
  2. Fit screens on windows and keep doors shut in the evening.
  3. Run a repellent device in the bedroom before and during sleep.

Explore KITO products

KITO Mats
Mosquito repellents

KITO Mats

KITO mosquito repellent mats for indoor use. Each mat provides 6–7 hours of protection in an average-sized room.

HERO Mats
Mosquito repellents

HERO Mats

HERO mosquito repellent mats for indoor use. Each mat provides 6–7 hours of protection in an average-sized room.

KITO Liquid Refill
Mosquito repellents

KITO Liquid Refill

KITO Liquid Refill provides continuous mosquito protection while the KITO liquid device is on. Indoor use only.