Lee County, Florida, was selected by the federal government to test and use drone technology for pest control management.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are insects who feed on blood. Their bites are irritating and they can spread diseases like West Nile Virus and Dengue Fever. Learn more about mosquito management.
UF study finds IGRs integral to mosquito control
A study from the University of Florida found that using insect growth regulators is a good way for PMPs to...
CDC: US mosquito, tick and flea illnesses on the rise
A total of 642,602 cases of disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito, tick or flea.
Mosquitoes are here to stay
Mosquitoes have been on the planet 400 million years.
Sanitation best method for reducing mosquitoes
Having one’s yard sprayed will help reduce both larval and adult population levels.
PMP mosquito survey shows disease prevention drives demand
Customers have compelling reasons for requesting mosquito control, PMP’s survey shows.
Web Exclusive: True mosquito risk
On p. 12 of the April issue, you’ll see great responses to our question of the month from Frank Meek,...
AMCA offers mosquito management training, tools
Pest management professionals (PMPs) who want to enter the mosquito management business or brush up on their training should check...
Why mosquitoes are a historically interesting insect
This small elegant and beautiful animal has been credited with good and bad works, both natural and human-driven.
Mosquitoes: IPM practices reduce client confusion
Properly educating customers, along with a thorough inspection and treatment plan, will help lead to maximum mosquito control.
Get ahead of mosquito populations this spring
As temperatures begin to rise, overwintering mosquitoes will start to emerge out of the dormant stage.
Mosquitoes: Use multi-pronged treatment plan
Mosquitoes evolve quickly to changes in their environment, so your treatment plan should be multi-pronged.
Navy, international entomologists collaborate to fight malaria
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tasked with providing scientific and technical leadership as well as implementing public...
Key pretreatment steps for IPM mosquito program
The pretreatment step is an important part of an integrated pest management (IPM) program for mosquito control — yet it’s...
EPA approves Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes for use in 20 states
ZAP Males are live male mosquitoes that are infected with the ZAP strain, a particular strain of the Wolbachia bacterium.
Mosquito control: Identify larval development sites
Effective mosquito control strategies usually require using multiple methodologies.