Category: Mosquito

Genetically Mutated Mosquitoes Fighting Dengue Fever

By Reg Gale Scientists, attempting to halt Dengue fever, for the first time released mosquitoes into the wild that had been genetically modified to pass on deadly DNA that kills their offspring. About 19,000 lab-altered insects were released into 25 acres on Grand Cayman Island in 2009, according... more
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The Best Ways to Reduce Populations of Mosquitoes

What is the best way to reduce populations of mosquitoes? The first and best defense against these pests and the illnesses they may carry is to eliminate the places where they breed. Here are a few suggestions: Remove or empty water in old tires, tin cans, buckets, drums, bottles or other... more
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