{"id":11763,"date":"2024-07-06T15:35:51","date_gmt":"2024-07-06T15:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11763"},"modified":"2024-07-06T15:35:51","modified_gmt":"2024-07-06T15:35:51","slug":"do-gnats-bite-and-should-you-be-worried","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11763","title":{"rendered":"Do Gnats Bite? (and should you be worried?)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>In my line of work, I\u2019ve learned that \u201cgnats\u201d is a catch-all term for various small, biting insects. We\u2019re talking midges, sandflies, no-see-ums, and punkies \u2014 often, what\u2019s biting you isn\u2019t what you think it is. These pests go by different names worldwide, but they\u2019re all cut from the same cloth. Let me share what I\u2019ve learned about these tiny troublemakers over the years.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ab36f766\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-d2848a7e\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-c45439a9\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c45439a9\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-77707f35\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f822c2aa\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-b939a516\"><a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/terminix\/?gclid=other-tho\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"224\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" class=\"gb-image-b939a516 lazyload\" alt=\"Terminix_logo\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"auto\" 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class=\"gb-headline-text\">30-day money-back guarantee<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"gb-button gb-button-492a1eb4 provider-button gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/orkin-pest-control\/?subid=other-tho\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><strong><strong>GET ESTIMATE<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e94c925b border-dash\">\n<p><strong><strong>Limited Time<\/strong><\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>$50 Off First Service (GET50)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-facts-about-gnats\">Facts About Gnats<\/h2>\n<p>Take a look at the below video to get an up-close view of what a normal gnat (aka midge) looks like and how it goes about biting a human.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<noscript><\/p>\n<div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Midge bites through presenters arm - The Secret Life of Midges - BBC One\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q15vu69HnxI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/noscript>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>What people call \u2018gnats\u2019 are several different species of bug with one general label. The specific name will vary depending on where you are in the world. For example, gnats often get confused with other bugs such as\u2026<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Midges: These are bugs that look like mosquitos but do not bite. They are sometimes called \u201cBlind Mosquitoes\u201d and are mostly food for other animals found near bodies of water (ponds, lakes, etc)<\/li>\n<li>Biting Midges: If you\u2019re getting bit outside and you don\u2019t think it\u2019s a mosquito, then this might be the bug responsible. They are very small (1-3mm) with a greyish body. See picture below.<\/li>\n<li>No-see-ums: Sometimes called \u201csandflies\u201d are another type of biting midge that you can barely see. Most people complain about these bugs off the coast of <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/near-me\/florida\/miami\/pest-control\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida<\/a> and leave extremely itchy insect bites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>They live in many different locations and eat different foods, so it can be hard to identify which type is in your home.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-do-gnats-look-like\">What Do Gnats Look Like?<\/h2>\n<p>Gnats are tiny, usually only about <a href=\"https:\/\/hgic.clemson.edu\/factsheet\/gnats\/\">1\/16 of an inch<\/a>. They tend to be black or dark gray, and it have two small wings. Gnats are unsteady and weak fliers, so they don\u2019t move great distances and have trouble flying in straight lines.<\/p>\n<p>When people <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/a-to-z-guides\/gnats-what-to-know\">look closely at gnats<\/a>, they can see some yellow tufts and finer gray hairs, but you would need a microscope.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-do-gnats-eat\">What Do Gnats Eat?<\/h2>\n<p>Since there are many species of gnat, they all eat different things.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes gnats will eat plants and other insects, but others eat certain breeds of fungus. The ones you should worry about (like biting midges and no-see-ums) do drink blood and do bite.<\/p>\n<p>If you find gnats in or around your home, it might be a good idea to spray a repellent around the property.<\/p>\n<p>Those who should be most worried about biting gnats are farmers and others who tend to livestock. Biting gnats have been known to transmit a disease called the Bluerounge Virus to sheep, cattle, goats, and other farm animals. When infected, animals will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woah.org\/en\/disease\/bluetongue\/\">develop a high fever<\/a>, and swelling of the face and tongue until it seems blueish (hence the name).<\/p>\n<p>If your type of gnat hangs out near potted plants, you might have fungus gnats. <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/guides\/how-to-control-gnats-outdoors\/\">Check out this guide if you do<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-gnats-bite\">Do Gnats Bite?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, but only some types of gnats female gnats will bite you.<\/p>\n<p>However, it\u2019s not the same kind of bite you would receive from a mosquito or a bed bug. <\/p>\n<section id=\"th-tips-block_4f01ae7350f8cebc9d25066940e05653\" class=\"th-block th-tips\" style=\"color: ; background-color: ;\">\n<div class=\"thTipsContainer\">\n<p>Today\u2019s Homeowner Tips<\/p>\n<p>When a gnat bites, it slices open the skin with four different cutters. It then injects an anti-clotting or anticoagulant agent so that they can eat more blood before the wound closes.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>Because of the way they go about biting, gnats can be more painful than a mosquito or bed bug bite.<\/p>\n<p>The bites of biting gnats and midges cause a burning feeling. The best thing you can do to get relief from a gnat bite is to use over-the-counter anti-itch creams to help with the itchiness or put a cold compress on your affected area. or The actual reaction caused by a bite can range from a small reddish spot where you were bitten, to allergic reactions that cause significant itching.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-allergic-reaction-symptoms\">Allergic Reaction Symptoms<\/h2>\n<p>While gnat bites are generally more of a nuisance than a serious health concern, some individuals may experience allergic reactions. The severity of these reactions can vary from person to person. Here are some symptoms to watch out for:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Redness: The bite area may become more red than usual.<\/li>\n<li>Swelling: Some people might experience swelling around the bite site.<\/li>\n<li>Itching: Gnat bites can cause significant itching, which may be more intense in allergic individuals.<\/li>\n<li>Burning sensation: As mentioned earlier, gnat bites can cause a burning feeling, which might be more pronounced in those with allergies.<\/li>\n<li>Larger affected area: In allergic reactions, the area affected by the bite might be larger than usual.<\/li>\n<li>Persistent discomfort: While most gnat bites resolve quickly, allergic reactions may cause discomfort for a longer period.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that severe allergic reactions to gnat bites are rare. However, if you experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, dizziness, or widespread swelling, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, excessive scratching of gnat bites can lead to skin infections, so it\u2019s very important to resist the urge to scratch and instead apply a soothing antiseptic lotion to ease discomfort and prevent complications.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Gnats Spread Disease?<\/h2>\n<p>Most gnats, even the ones that bite humans, don\u2019t carry diseases as mosquitoes do. As mentioned earlier, the only disease to be aware of is the Blue tongue Virus, which typically affects livestock. Eye gnats and fungus gnats have been known to <a href=\"https:\/\/entnemdept.ufl.edu\/creatures\/livestock\/flies\/liohippelates.htm\">spread pinkeye<\/a>, but you don\u2019t have to worry about catching illnesses like Lyme disease or malaria, which are common in ticks and mosquitoes. <\/p>\n<p>You do have to prevent yourself from scratching a gnat bite, though. Too much scratching can lead to a skin infection, which can cause other problems. Apply a soothing or antiseptic lotion to ease some of the pain and help yourself prevent an infection.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div id=\"hm-faq-block_6169e7c2067ab1c64b8d651553d08092 1\" class=\"hm-faq hm-faq--two-column\">\n<h2 class=\"hm-faq__title \" data-toc-text=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        What does a gnat bite look like?                    <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>In my experience, gnat bites often look like small, red, slightly raised bumps on the skin. They\u2019re usually smaller than mosquito bites, but can be just as irritating.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, you might see a tiny dark spot in the center where the gnat bit you. Don\u2019t be surprised if you see several bites clustered together \u2014 these little pests often attack in swarms.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        What happens if gnats bite you?                    <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>When gnats bite, you\u2019re in for some discomfort. Most people experience itching, redness, and a bit of swelling around the bite area. Some people tell me it feels like a burning sensation.<\/p>\n<p>In rare cases, I\u2019ve seen allergic reactions that cause more severe swelling or prolonged itching. The good news is, unlike some other biting insects, gnats don\u2019t typically transmit diseases to humans.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        Do gnats bite humans at night?                    <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>You bet they do.\u00a0 While some gnat species are more active during the day, others are night owls. These nocturnal types are often attracted to lights, so they might follow you right into your home if you\u2019re not careful.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        What do gnats eat?                    <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>Now, this is where it gets interesting. Most gnats feed on plant materials or other tiny insects. The females of some species, though, need blood meals to lay their eggs \u2014 that\u2019s where we humans come in.<\/p>\n<p>Some gnats are attracted to the carbon dioxide we exhale or the oils on our skin. In homes, I often find fungus gnats around overwatered plants, feeding on fungi in the soil.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        Can I prevent black fly bites?                    <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>Absolutely! Wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and pants when you\u2019re in areas where black flies are common. Use a good insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin. If you\u2019re spending a lot of time outdoors, consider treating your clothes with permethrin.<\/p>\n<p>At home, make sure your screens are in good repair and consider using fans on your porch or patio \u2014 these flies are weak flyers and don\u2019t like moving air. Timing is important, too \u2013 black flies are usually most active at dawn and dusk, so plan your outdoor activities accordingly if you can.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n                    <\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-about-gnats\">Final Thoughts About Gnats<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re having gnat problems, you should consider using a repellent (<a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/best-gnat-repellents\/\">click to see what I recommend<\/a>) and keeping your home locked tight. Be careful about opening windows and be sure to use screens without tears in the mesh. Make sure all doors are closed fully when going in and out. <\/p>\n<p>Many repellents can be sprayed around the yard, and electrical bug zappers are effective at keeping them away from doorways. These are only a couple of <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/guides\/how-to-get-rid-of-no-see-ums\/\">methods for getting rid of gnats<\/a>. 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