Jack Colin
26 posts
Jul 18, 2024
12:02 AM
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How Effective Are Biological Controls in Mosquito Management?
Biological controls are highly effective in mosquito management when integrated with other control methods. These controls include introducing natural predators, such as fish that eat mosquito larvae, or using bacteria like Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), which specifically targets mosquito larvae. Biological controls are environmentally friendly and sustainable, as they reduce reliance on chemical treatments. Mosquito Control Center often use biological controls in combination with habitat modification and public education to achieve long-term mosquito population reduction. The effectiveness of these methods is enhanced by ongoing surveillance and monitoring.
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