Which counties report the most complaints about midges?

The correct choice reflects the geographic and environmental conditions that contribute to midge populations and the related complaints in certain areas of Florida.

Midges are small flies often found in aquatic habitats that can become a nuisance due to their swarming behavior, especially in regions with stagnant water bodies, wetlands, and other aquatic environments. Polk, Orange, and Lake counties have numerous lakes and wetlands that create ideal breeding conditions for midges. The abundance of water bodies in these counties not only fosters midge populations but also increases encounters between humans and these insects, leading to more complaints about their presence.

In contrast, the other listed counties may not have the same environmental conditions conducive to high midge populations or might have fewer complaints due to different land use patterns, urbanization, or effective pest management strategies in place. Therefore, the combination of suitable breeding grounds and human activity in Polk, Orange, and Lake counties explains why these areas report the most complaints about midges.