Question

Suggest three methods to control the mosquito-borne disease.

Answer 1

The mosquito-borne disease is a disease that is caused by mosquito bites.

Following measures can be taken to stop the spread of mosquito-borne disease:

1. Killing mosquitoes by spraying DDT or insecticides.
2. Eliminating mosquito breeding sites, especially stagnant water bodies, such places can be filled with soil.
3. Introducing fishes, such as Gambusia, in ponds can greatly reduce mosquito larvae, as it selectively feeds on the larvae of mosquitoes.