catching mosquitoes with one hand

@ruperto (1552)
Philippines
July 9, 2008 3:50pm CST
I've been to places doing telecommunications projects. Many times there's a need to rid of mosquitoes. A simple was to rid by "clapping". The other way is to use a fluid - most popular is soapy water on the hands. With sopay water, just grab the mosquito. Mosquitoes stick to the hand and we rid of more mosquitoes in less time :) Please share you comments on similar experiences.
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agihcam
@agihcam (1914)
• Philippines
10 Jul 08
I just grab the mosquitoes using one hand without using soap. This is to test my reflexes and eye communication with my hands. This is fun since you can see the mosquitoes flying slowly and can be easily grab using one hand only.
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ruperto
@ruperto (1552)
• Philippines
10 Jul 08
good to know your reflex response is faster than most people. I guess in some places with lots of mosquitoes, the skill can be very useful. What do you think?
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agihcam
@agihcam (1914)
• Philippines
10 Jul 08
Yeah I think it is useful. However, if the numbers are too much, I preferred to use plastic plates with oil on the plate then if you swipe it on the air the mosquitoes will stick into the plates.
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roshand8
@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
15 Jul 08
Hello ruperto I used to rub vicks vapor rub especially when I am gardening to get rid of those mosquitoes burn citronella candle or torch,It will keep them away.have a nice day.Cheers...
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ruperto
@ruperto (1552)
• Philippines
16 Jul 08
thanks for the tip. I also recall using a lighted candle e.g. on the floor, the mosquitoes seem to home in on the heat of the candle instead :) Cheers
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