Several methods are employed to control mosquito populations:
1. Chemical Control: The use of insecticides to kill mosquitoes. This includes indoor residual spraying (IRS) and the use of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs). 2. Biological Control: Introducing natural predators or pathogens to control mosquito populations. Examples include fish that eat mosquito larvae or bacteria that infect mosquitoes. 3. Environmental Management: Modifying the environment to reduce mosquito breeding sites. This can involve draining stagnant water, proper waste disposal, and improving water management practices. 4. Genetic Control: Techniques such as releasing genetically modified mosquitoes that are sterile or carry genes that reduce their ability to transmit diseases. 5. Personal Protection: Measures such as using repellents, wearing long-sleeved clothing, and using mosquito nets to reduce the risk of bites.
