The Mosquito Lifecycle Understanding how mosquitoes grow helps us stop them before they bite. Read more →
Invasive Mosquitoes An invasive species has made its way into Merced County. Aedes aegypti are aggressive day biters found in urban areas. This species lays eggs in... Read more →
Prevent Mosquito Bites The best way to protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases is to avoid mosquito bites. Mosquitoes can spread illnesses like West Nile virus,... Read more →
West Nile Virus West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne disease first detected in the United States in 1999. WNV first appeared in California in 2003 and by... Read more →
Mosquito Look-Alikes Many insects in Merced County resemble mosquitoes at first glance. While they may be a nuisance, most of these mosquito look-alikes do not bite... Read more →
Public Relations Program Merced County Mosquito Abatement District strives to not only protect the public from mosquito borne disease through control services, but also... Read more →