Biological Control of Dengue

Role of Fisheries department for Biological Control of Dengue Vector

  • Survey of open water bodies
    • Manmade: ponds, lakes, water tanks, fountains, waterfalls
    • Natural: village pounds, rain water pounds, depressions
  • Production of larvivorous fish
  • Stocking of water bodies with fish
  • Monitoring for larvae prevalence
  • Re-stocking
  • Mass awareness
    • Distribution of Leaflets/Handouts in public places
    • Training workshops for master trainers
    • Establishment of demonstration sites for biological control in public parks