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Aedes aegypti PHOTO: ISTOCK.COM/TEPTONG

New app maps mosquito populations in Italy

May 13, 2016 By
Mosquitoes can be deadly. They can spread viruses and diseases such as the Zika virus, malaria, yellow fever and dengue fever. A new app, ZanzaMapp, maps areas in Italy with high concentrations of mosquitoes. The free app, available on iOS,... Read more»
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Mosquito management garners buzz

May 12, 2016 By
According to PMP’s exclusive survey, mosquito services can be a lucrative business segment for those who offer it. It should be a banner year for pest management professionals (PMPs) who offer mosquito management services. Three-quarters of PMPs predict their revenue... Read more»
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Callback Cures: Seek Aedes mosquitoes’ backyard breeding sites

March 21, 2016 By
Thanks to mosquitoes being in the headlines this year, many pest management firms across the nation are offering mosquito control as an additional service for their customers. The most popular method of treatment involves a three-pronged approach: Use backpack mist... Read more»
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