Why do we not simply eradicate mosquitos? What would be the negative consequences?
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I have a foggy memory that this was attempted somewhere. Florida possibly. I cant find any references now but there was a massive programme of trying to exterminate all mosquitoes, doing things like driving trucks spraying huge clouds of insecticide through the streets.
From what I recall they gave up because the DEET they were using was seriously damaging the whole ecosystem and the mosquitoes were still thriving.
I know that isnt very helpful but hopefully enough there to trigger someones memory or i have got it wrong enough that someone will be complelled to correct me with some useful information
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