As much as we might be afraid of bats through myths perpetuated by TV, we are more bothered by mosquitoes. These insects live on blood and, while dining, can pass on diseases through itchy bites. One bat can eat about one thousand mosquitoes in one night. Lights and flowering plants will draw mosquitoes. If you erect a bat house made of wood with water and a food source nearby, you should see a reduction in the number of mosquitoes plaguing you and your children. Bats will roost in the bottomless house if it is painted a dark color and holds the heat of the sun. For more information about luring bats to diminish mosquitoes in your yard, you should visit http://www.perennialflowergardening.com/blog/2009/06/08/attracting-bats-for-insect-control.html
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