Mosquitoes?!

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Kyle@theWintertime

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This morning I did a thorough cleaning/overhaul of my rabbitry corner...hooray spring cleaning!!!

However, while cleaning I got bit by like...a million mosquitoes. I watched my buns for a while and didn't see any bugs biting them, but I have to assume the mosquitoes aren't politely ignoring them either. This was never a problem with my basement-based rabbitry...hooray for screen doors. But that's not an option since the cages are in a lean-to outside! Anyone got any advice for deterring the little blood-suckers without using chemicals? I worry that if I start spraying for the darn things, I'll harm the rabbits...especially since that stuff burns if you inhale it! :x
 
Mosquitoes during the day?!? The little blood suckers only come out at night here. :?

These herbs repel mosquitoes, and you can make your own tincture to rub on their ears, which I think would be most liable to be bitten:

http://gomestic.com/gardening/five-plan ... osquitoes/

Basil, mint, lavender, and bay leaf are also said to be effective.
 
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