As mosquito activity increases in Contra Costa County due to warm weather, the introduction of mosquitofish into residential standing water offers a natural means of controlling mosquito populations. The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District provides homeowners with these fish, which can thrive in ponds, pools, hot tubs, and fountains. Inspections ensure suitable conditions for the mosquitofish, which feed on mosquito larvae. With rising concerns about disease-carrying species like Aedes Aegypti, homeowners are also advised to regularly empty standing water to prevent breeding.
Homeowners can call the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District for a special delivery. Just a dozen or so of the minnow-like fish will do the job and annihilate mosquitoes naturally.
The most important part is that we are able to come onto your property and do the inspections to make sure the site is suitable for mosquitofish,
Currently, it's established in 24 California counties. It's not established here in Contra Costa County, but we did find them in Antioch late last year.
Dumping out any amount of standing water at least once a week. It can be - you can literally get mosquitoes from the lid of a water bottle.
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