As with most tropical islands there is the risk of insect bites from mosquitoes and sand flies. So be sure to arm yourself with insect repellent especially if you will be visiting between September to November.
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Montserrat, a tiny island in the Caribbean British West Indies, is one of the few places in the world where mosquitoes are practically non-existent.
All Caribbean islands have mosquitoes. The primary threat from Zika is indeed to pregnant women; otherwise, the symptoms are generally mild and only about 1 in 5 who are bitten by an infected mosquito develop any symptoms at all. Worst time for mosquitoes is evening (especially early evening). Wear bug spray - period.
Some of the most dangerous Caribbean Islands to visit are Haiti, Trinidad, Tobago, and surprisingly Puerto Rico. These islands have more crime in general, and you should visit with increased caution. It doesn't mean they can't be visited, but you should take extra precautions.
There is no limit to the number of mosquito bites one of the insects can inflict. A female mosquito will continue to bite and feed on blood until she is full. After they have consumed enough blood, the mosquito will rest for a couple of days (usually between two to three days) before laying her eggs.