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Mauritius - the jewel of the Indian Ocean. Amidst the postcard-perfect scenes lies a lesser-known reality: the presence of pests and the diseases they carry. If you’ve chosen to relocate to the paradise island, it’s essential to peel back the layers of the country and uncover the critters that can turn your stay into a living nightmare.
Ranging from the voracious mosquitoes to cockroaches and rodents, pests are constantly plotting to invade your house. Here are the top most common ones that you can come across, without knowing how much they can affect your health.
Mosquitoes, the world’s deadliest animal
Did you know that more than 1 million people die from mosquito-borne diseases every year? Thriving in the hottest months of summer (December to February), mosquitoes can proliferate quickly and are known to spread diseases like dengue fever, malaria or chikungunya.
Rodents, the great destroyers
Besides chewing on anything they can find in one’s household, rats and mice are fast breeders who carry more than a dozen of diseases including salmonellosis, meningitis, pneumonia and asthma seizures.
Cockroaches, the vilest super-survivor
Did you know that they can live up to one week without their heads? Moreover these creepers are carriers of salmonella, gastroenteritis, typhoid and can spread up to 33 different nasty bacteria.
You might be thinking - ‘Was Mauritius the right choice after all?’ While pests may lurk and threaten our health, there are those who dedicate themselves to keeping them at bay. With perfected techniques and tested equipment, we stand at the forefront of the pest control battle, ready to secure the wellbeing of those who call our island ‘home’. If you wish to protect your abode and prevent this uninvited, infectious guests in, just reach out to our experts.
Hardy Henry Services at a glance
- 150+ Team Members
- 46 Years of Presence
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- Offices in Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles
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