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If we use larvicides for mosquito control now, does that mean the use of pesticides for adult mosquitoes won be needed later on?

April 26, 2017Adult larvicides later mean Mosquito control mosquitoes needed pesticides

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If we use larvicides for mosquito control now, does that mean the use of pesticides for adult mosquitoes won be needed later on?

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The use of mosquito larvicides minimizes the need for adult control, but may not eliminate it altogether. Adult mosquitoes are strong fliers and may travel several miles to feed. Also, certain breeding areas may be inaccessible or may be untreatable for environmental or economic reasons.