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Microbiological control for mosquito larvae: Current progress and applications.

Geng Hong^1,2,3, Lu Yu^1,2,3, Hengqing Ji⁴

¹School of Life Sciences, Chongqing University, Chongqing, China.

|October 10, 2025

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Entomopathogenic microorganisms offer a safe and effective strategy for mosquito control by targeting larvae. Research highlights bacteria, fungi, and viruses as key biological larvicides, paving the way for sustainable mosquito management.

Keywords:

Bti Mosquito-borne disease biological control entomopathogenic fungi larvae virus

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Area of Science:

Environmental Microbiology
Vector Control
Biotechnology

Background:

Mosquitoes transmit numerous diseases, necessitating effective and sustainable control methods.
Integrated mosquito management strategies prioritize targeting larval stages in aquatic habitats.
Entomopathogenic microorganisms offer species-specific, environmentally safe alternatives to chemical pesticides.

Purpose of the Study:

To review diverse entomopathogenic larvicides for mosquito control.
To examine their molecular mechanisms, application strategies, and challenges.
To explore novel approaches for enhancing bio-larvicide efficacy and sustainability.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature review of entomopathogenic bacteria, fungi, and viruses used as larvicides.
Analysis of larvicidal molecules and biochemical mechanisms of action.
Evaluation of current application strategies, formulation innovations, and challenges.

Main Results:

Bacterial agents like Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti) and Lysinibacillus sphaericus (Lbs) are widely used.
Entomopathogenic fungi and viruses show potent larvicidal activity and potential for new bio-larvicides.
Innovative formulations and synergistic combinations enhance efficacy and mitigate resistance.

Conclusions:

Entomopathogenic microorganisms represent a sustainable and effective approach to mosquito management.
Continued research into novel larvicidal agents and improved delivery systems is crucial.
These biological agents are vital for long-term control and reducing insecticide resistance.