Protect against the tiger mosquito : a simple gesture for our health and our environment
With the arrival of warm weather, a small intruder is increasingly settling on our balconies, gardens and living spaces : the tiger mosquito. Recognisable by its black and white stripes, this mosquito is not only annoying for its bites — it can also be a carrier of exotic diseases.
The good news is that each of us can act ! Let's stay vigilant and adopt the right reflexes to limit its proliferation.
How to identify it ?
Size : small (about 5 mm) Colour : black and white striped body Distinctive feature : white line on the back
How to prevent its proliferation ?
To prevent the proliferation of tiger mosquitoes and limit public health risks, adopt these gestures :
Put away objects (watering can, bucket, saucer, tarp, toy, tyre, etc.) that may serve as containers.
Turn over all unused pots or containers.
Empty containers holding water at least once a week.
If possible, fill the saucers of flower pots with sand to prevent the presence of water.
Avoid insecticides that kill the tiger mosquito's predators.
What to do if you spot one ?
Capture it if possible (closed jar, without crushing it).
Take a clear photo.
Report its presence on moustiques-suisse.ch, the official Swiss platform dedicated to these invasive insects.
