Mosquito control methods and their limitations

Abstract

Mosquitoes represent the major vectors involved in the spread of deadly diseases like Malaria, Lymphatic filariasis,Chikungunyaand arboviruses like dengue virus and Zika virus. These diseases have emerged with the rise of urbanization and the use of chemical insecticides around the world. The insecticides such as DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane), organophosphates, carbamates, and organochlorineshave caused resistance in mosquitoes against typical chemical control methodsthrough excessive use over the years. Different biological control methods aresustainable, eco-friendly and target major diseases spreading mosquito's species. This review outlines major biological control methods being used ortested in different parts of the world. Some of these are the use of plant extract, Wolbachiaspp, larvivorous fishes, insecticidal bacterial spp, predator mosquitoes and predator copepods.Limitations associated with each method are also discussed.All these methods will givea better understanding of developing an integrated approach for effective mosquitoes control that will reduce dependency on insecticide based approaches.

A review of entomopathogenic fungi as a potential tool for mosquito vector control: A cost‐effective and environmentally friendly approach

“…According to Vivekanandhan et al (2021), Anopheles mosquitoes can develop resistance to temephos, a non-systemic organophosphorus insecticide that often provides only short-term relief and may not provide long-term mosquito control. The limitations of insecticidebased mosquito control and the need for integrated approaches are discussed by Chaudhry et al (2019). Concerns have been raised about the impact of chemical insecticides on public health.…”

“…The limitations of insecticide‐based mosquito control and the need for integrated approaches are discussed by Chaudhry et al . (2019). Concerns have been raised about the impact of chemical insecticides on public health.…”

Edukasi Pengendalian Vektor Nyamuk sebagai Pembawa Penyakit pada Siswa SMAN 26 Maluku Tengah

“…Metode pengendalian vektor dapat dilakukan secara berkala berdasarkan ekologis, efisien, dan ekonomis termasuk penggunaan larvasidasi dan fogging. Teknik pengendalian secara biologi yang berkelanjutan, ramah lingkungan, dan menargetkan penyakit utama yang disebabkan spesies nyamuk dapat menggunakan olahan ekstrak tumbuhan, Wolbachia spp, insektisida bakteri spp, dan predator copepoda (Chaudhry, 2019). Karena itu, siswa sekolah yang merupakan bagian dari masyarakat dapat memainkan peran strategis dalam pengendalian vektor di Maluku Tengah.…”

Male and Female Rosy Barb Fish (Pethia conchonius) Predation Time Against Aedes aegypti Mosquito Larva and Pupa Stage in the Morning

“…Because of the development of resistance in mosquitos to chemical pesticides, the use of larvivorous fish to control mosquitos is being reconsidered. 17 Many studies from various countries report that larvivorous fish have successfully controlled Anopheles larvae in a variety of habitats around the world. 18 Some Pharmacognosy Journal, Vol 15, Issue 5, Sep-Oct, 2023 fish that have been recognized as larvivorous fish and applied in the community are Gambusia affinis, Poecilia reticulata, Carassius auratus, and Aplocheilus lineolatus.…”