
Facts. Here are some important larviciding facts that will help you be more informed about this crucial topic when you call your public health official:
- Biological larvicides are made from naturally occurring soil bacteria, which makes them environmentally friendly.
- Because larvicides pose little threat or toxicity to humans, fish, wildlife or beneficial insects, they are often used in places where people and animals are prevalent, such as parks, wildlife refuges and fish habitats.
- Mosquito larvae control or larviciding is the first line of defense in killing disease-carrying mosquitoes.
- As the West Nile virus has spread, more mosquito control districts are choosing to use a higher percentage of larvicides than chemical sprays known as adulticides.
Protect your family from mosquitoes! Find more detailed information by following the links to the left.
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