In California, an army of genetically engineered mosquitoes awaits release. Will it backfire?
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Oh, now here's a truly scary idea!
Don't get me wrong, I understand the idea and why / how someone could come up with potential ways to address the problem(s). I've not made up my mind as of yet.
But, and I mean this in a rhetorical way, is this the best way to solve this mosquitoe problem or might there be a more practical way? That being said, I'm curious about others thoughts on the topic of releasing "Genetic Modified" mosquitoes into the wild. Is this in reality going to cause a larger problem. Wildlife consume these mosquitos and people consume the wildlife. So it's almost inevitable we have the possibility of being affected by these genetically modified pests.
What are the "natural" preditors of this mosquitoe?? Could introducing more "preditors" be a better way to deal with the issue?
Here's where to send comments.
The 15-day public comment period began April 5 and ends at 5 p.m. April 19. Comments can be submitted via email to mosquito.ra@cdpr.ca.gov
Here's the links for in depth thoughts ( both pro and con )
https://ktla.com/news/california/ca-considers-allowing-genet...
https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/story/2022-04-...
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Us05huTd-5U
https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/the-plan-to-release...
yikes
Man is NOT smart enough to screw with Mother Nature.
California is just plain Not smart.
So this does not bode well.
I never get lost, but I do explore new territory every now and then.
law of unintended consequences
It will be interesting to see how this experiment end up and how something unexpected will happen.
Steve - 2 Nuvi 3597
Years ago, there was a commercial on TV
It will be interesting to see how this experiment end up and how something unexpected will happen.
I don’t remember the product but the commercial ended something like this; ‘Don’t mess with Mother Nature!’ People think that they have a solution to a problem and guess what; they create a bigger problem. And, with some of the ideas coming out of California, it could be, well, quite interesting!
"Everything I need can be found in the presence of God. Every. Single. Thing." Charley Hartmann 2/11/1956-6/11/2022
Exactly ....
It will be interesting to see how this experiment end up and how something unexpected will happen.
I don’t remember the product but the commercial ended something like this; ‘Don’t mess with Mother Nature!’ People think that they have a solution to a problem and guess what; they create a bigger problem. And, with some of the ideas coming out of California, it could be, well, quite interesting!
Bleeding heart do-gooders consistantly fall into this trap ...... Hence the "excuse": Well it's better than doing nothing! ........Sad really!
If the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem quickly resembles a nail. (Maslow's Hammer)
what will it do to you in 10-20 years
remember J&J baby powder used on baby's for years, now their in court because it causes cancer ! all the Carona vaccines created how will they effect you in later life ? and yes i have got mine and the booster ! Measels shots now they tell you causes shingles latter in life so now you have to get a shot for that ! what scares me more is the experiment with genetics change this change that now what did that create ?
Natural preditorz are better
What are the "natural" preditors of this mosquitoe?? Could introducing more "preditors" be a better way to deal with the issue?
Never argue with a pig. It makes you look foolish and it anoys the hell out of the pig!
it will
It most likely will..
Glad
I moved half a continent away
TomTom built in and Garmin Nuvi 1490T. Eastern Iowa, formerly Southern California "You can check out any time you like...but you can never leave."
Choice Between Biting Mosquitoes or Rabid Bats
What are the "natural" preditors of this mosquitoe?? Could introducing more "preditors" be a better way to deal with the issue?
At least one predator of mosquitoes, if my memory serves me, are bats. Bats fly around using their innate sonar to locate mosquitoes with sound waves.
It comes down to a choice between rabid bats or biting mosquitoes.
others
What are the "natural" preditors of this mosquitoe?? Could introducing more "preditors" be a better way to deal with the issue?
At least one predator of mosquitoes, if my memory serves me, are bats. Bats fly around using their innate sonar to locate mosquitoes with sound waves.
It comes down to a choice between rabid bats or biting mosquitoes.
If I'm not mistaken, swallows also eat mosquito, the best way to curb the population of mosquito is minimize standing water
Another potential genetic mistake
You can almost be assured that this will be disastrous in the long run.
Dragon flies too
What are the "natural" preditors of this mosquitoe?? Could introducing more "preditors" be a better way to deal with the issue?
At least one predator of mosquitoes, if my memory serves me, are bats. Bats fly around using their innate sonar to locate mosquitoes with sound waves.
It comes down to a choice between rabid bats or biting mosquitoes.
If I'm not mistaken, swallows also eat mosquito, the best way to curb the population of mosquito is minimize standing water
Dragon flies too.