Understanding how mosquitoes grow helps us stop them before they bite.

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...

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...

The Merced County Mosquito Abatement District uses Integrated Vector Management (IVM) to protect public health and reduce mosquito populations in an effective, environmentally responsible way. IVM is a science-based approach that combines education, prevention, surveillance, and control to minimize mosquito-borne disease risk while using the least amount of pesticide necessary.

Our technicians work extremely hard everyday to reduce the mosquito populations in Merced County but regardless of how hard we work we will never be able to fully eradicate them. Using mosquito repellant provides for protection from not only the irritating itch and swelling but from mosquito borne diseases.. Protect yourself and your family by always remembering to use mosquito repellant before…

Neglected swimming pools are a significant source for mosquitoes in residential areas. Neighborhoods that have unmaintained pools are at higher risk for increased West Nile virus activity, since the type of mosquito that most commonly develops in these pools are the same ones capable of transmitting West Nile virus. To report a neglected pool in your neighborhood please click on the link to the…