Mosquito Woes

Aedes Mosquitoes hogged the headlines today. Aedes mozzies, which
cause the very much feared dengue fever, has become a cause for alarm
in this region. A mosquito expert claims that:

a. Only adult Aedes mosquitoes are killed by fogging;
b. Larvae of Aedes mosquitoes are able to survive long periods of heat
and dry season (up to 10 months) while residing in mud or shade;
c. The egg shells of Aedes mosquito larvae are hard and do not crack easily;
d. The eggs hatch upon contact with water, e.g. rain season after a drought;

Apparently heavy fogging only makes them more resilient.

……………………………………………………………………………….
That tinny buzz!
That flying fuzz!
O That minuscule terror!
You say: What the fuss?
Fog you! We must!
But nay – you are in error.
So what do you suggest?
We'll do at your behest!
`Twould be madness not to act!
Could we suffer any less?
Government! Fix this mess!
Or may we try some different tact?
O Mister Mosquito,
Thou'rt no Quasimodo.
With my bat I'll swat thee flat.
No pity! Leave and go:
Blood bank reserves are low.
With thee gone my house is glad.

by: Kevin Koo, 12 October 2005