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Comments Welcome: Genetically modified mosquito larvae to be released in Florida Keys

ADMIN NOTE: I welcome project contributors to comment on this controversial story from earlier this year regarding the release of genetically modified mosquito larvae to control the population of the introduced Aedes aegypti. All opinions welcomed, and please keep it civil and informed.

"Non-biting male mosquito larvae part of controversial program to curb spread of diseases such as dengue, Zika and yellow fever

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/apr/28/florida-keys-genetically-modified-mosquito-larvae

Wed 28 Apr 2021 03.00 EDT

The Florida Keys will this week see the release of genetically modified, non-biting male mosquito larvae as part of a controversial program designed to curb the spread of insect-borne diseases such as dengue, Zika and yellow fever.

The Florida Keys Mosquito Control District and ...more ↓

Posted on August 23, 2021 10:58 PM by jaykeller jaykeller | 0 comments | Leave a comment
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This project seeks to catalog the amazing diversity of creatures found in the Florida Keys including Dry Tortugas, and to serve as a portal for all those with an interest in learning more about the bounty of wildlife that can be found in the Florida Keys.

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