Mosquito and Fly Research : USDA ARS

Entomologist Jerry Hogsette sets out stable fly traps and targets for a field study.

Dr. Kenneth Linthicum calibrates a thermal fogger to test applications of aerosol pesticide to control sand flies.

Mosquito and Fly Research Unit scientist Seth Gibson conducting experimental spray trial to develop novel methods to control immature Aedes aegypti mosquitoes (Zika and dengue vectors) in a hot-arid desert environment.

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Mosquitoes Show High Resistance to Common Insecticide

New Trap Better at Snaring Stable Flies

USDA Pest Management Program Targets Virus-transmitting Mosquitoes

Studies Confirm Breadfruit's Ability to Repel Insects

Arming U.S. Troops with Insect-protective Gear

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Efficacy of transfluthrin varies by species and placement in a warm temperate Mediterranean environment

Quantification of saliva production in Musca domestica L. (Diptera: Muscidae) and the impact of MdSGHV infection

Topical treatment of adult house flies, Musca domestica L. (Diptera: Muscidae) with Beauveria bassiana in combination with three entomopathogenic bacteria

The Mosquito and Fly Research is located in Gainesville, FL and is part of the Southeast Area.
The Acting Research Leader is Jerome Hogsette.
Email: jerry.hogsette@usda.gov
Phone: (352)374-5910
Fax: 352-374-5922
MEDICAL, AGRIC & VETRY ENTOL
1600 S.W. 23RD DRIVE
Gainesville, FL 32608

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Mosquito and Fly Research: Gainesville, FL

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