Insects in Thailand
Insects in Thailand
You never knew that so many insects in Thailand existed and it seems that they are all out to suck your blood – welcome to Southeast Asia! There is no vaccination for Dengue Fever which is quite common in the islands – so don’t play Russian Roulette with the biters. Being smart is easy and the two of you can even peacefully co-exist.
Always, always use your mozzie net if you have one and make sure it is sealed up good before falling asleep at night, especially in the islands. Close up holes with safety pins or clothes pins and spray DEET around them.
If you have proper shoes other than flip-flops, shake them upside down before putting them on in the morning so that you don’t interrupt a spider or centipede’s breakfast.
As mentioned, treat every bite like it might get infected and do your best not to scratch. No one wants to hang with an oozing leper.
When sitting in common areas or on your bungalow porch, burn mosquito coils. No need to pack them, you can buy them or borrow them everywhere.
Always turn your lights out before leaving. Not only does it save precious electricity but it serves as a beacon to flying insects in Thailand.
Shut your toilet door or partition, the water attracts creepy crawlies which might visit you at night.
Gecko lizards are noisy but they can be your best friends! They eat loads of insects that may have been waiting to bite you, so always let them hang out around (or inside) your room when you can. Besides, the Thais say that it is lucky when one drops on you.
Don’t eat in your room, always go outside. Any trivial amount of spilled drink or crumb dropped can cause an infestation of insects….don’t make it easy on them. Don’t dispose of food wrappers in your trash bin.
Sweet smelling shampoos, body washes, or perfumes will make the insects in Thailand fall in love with you instantly.
Read more about avoiding mosquitoes.
