These have invaded Los Angeles in the last couple of years and like yourself, I find myself fantasizing about getting the upper hand against them. They've completely changed the landscape of the city, which used to be known for its lack of mosquitos. Yeah. Climate change. :(
Hi Ashley, if you look up the lifecycle of sandflies, you'll find that they breed in clumps of damp leaves or other decomposing detritus. Apparently, they rarely stray beyond 300 feet from their breeding spots, although that radius can be extended downwind. So, having a shallow draft and anchoring downwind and tucked in close to shore can put you right in their range. ~ Grant
Neat, love that you did some research! We are staying on land for the summer and seem to always be in range. Fortunately our blood has wisened up a bit and doesn't react to these little invaders quite so much.
These have invaded Los Angeles in the last couple of years and like yourself, I find myself fantasizing about getting the upper hand against them. They've completely changed the landscape of the city, which used to be known for its lack of mosquitos. Yeah. Climate change. :(
Hi Ashley, if you look up the lifecycle of sandflies, you'll find that they breed in clumps of damp leaves or other decomposing detritus. Apparently, they rarely stray beyond 300 feet from their breeding spots, although that radius can be extended downwind. So, having a shallow draft and anchoring downwind and tucked in close to shore can put you right in their range. ~ Grant
Neat, love that you did some research! We are staying on land for the summer and seem to always be in range. Fortunately our blood has wisened up a bit and doesn't react to these little invaders quite so much.