Information provided from the City of Calgary:
Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, but they also play a valuable role in our ecosystem. Mosquitoes support biodiversity in Calgary by acting as a food source for other insects and animals.
The City’s role
We trap mosquitoes to estimate numbers and plan treatment. Historical and seasonal data is used to plan the best timing of control methods. When populations are high enough, we do an aerial application of a product that specifically controls mosquito larvae. This typically happens in mid to late spring which targets the first populations of larvae. Monitoring starts in early spring, and we monitor and apply further treatments as necessary.
For mosquito control, we use a bacterial product, that’s only activated when eaten by a mosquito. This product is registered and regulated by the Federal Pest Management Regulatory Agency.
For tips on how to mosquito proof your yard, check out our blog.
Source:
City of Calgary, Mosquitoes in Calgary
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