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Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?

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Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 9:06 pm
(August 19, 2016 at 9:03 pm)Bella Morte Wrote:
(August 19, 2016 at 8:59 pm)Tres Leches Wrote: I knew we would agree on something eventually, Bella.  Big Grin

I'm sure we agree on more than you think.  Tongue

Oh, I don't doubt that for a second, Bella.  Big Grin
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 9:06 pm
(August 19, 2016 at 9:02 pm)Tres Leches Wrote: There's a community in the Florida Keys that is steadfastly against releasing genetically altered mosquitos into the area which would reduce the population of mosquitos and I don't understand why. I would be all for it if I lived there.

Unfounded GMO fear. Might mutate into Mothra!
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 9:11 pm
(August 19, 2016 at 9:06 pm)mh.brewer Wrote:
(August 19, 2016 at 9:02 pm)Tres Leches Wrote: There's a community in the Florida Keys that is steadfastly against releasing genetically altered mosquitos into the area which would reduce the population of mosquitos and I don't understand why. I would be all for it if I lived there.

Unfounded GMO fear. Might mutate into Mothra!

Big Grin
Could be a Florida thing. The rumors about Florida being home to a lot of crazies is true.  Big Grin

I will give credit to Miami Beach, though, for not ignoring climate change. They are investing hundreds of millions in infrastructure to keep the rising sea levels from encroaching on the city. There are few if any climate change deniers in that city. Also, protecting their massive tourist industry is a concern, I'm sure.
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 9:47 pm (This post was last modified: August 19, 2016 at 9:49 pm by The Grand Nudger.)
(August 19, 2016 at 8:48 pm)Tres Leches Wrote: So what do you think? Get rid of mosquito species that spread disease? If we did, would there be any unintended consequences? Do the benefits of eradication outweigh the risks?
From the impact studies that attempt to model the effect of eradication of those particular species..it seems as though no person..and no part of "nature" would notice their disappearance.  That the consequences, such as they are, are intended...not unintended. I try to kill any mosquitos on my property with far less rigorous research behind that compulsion...personally.

Quote:I say yes, we should eradicate mosquito species that spread disease. Good riddance.
Most don't object to -this-, they mount a slippery slope as to where it might -lead-.  The next thing on the acceptable annihilation list.
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 10:02 pm
Eradicate mosquitos? Absolutely. Followed by spiders, snakes, and pesky Catholics.

Perhaps if we put a bounty on them we can expedite the process.
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 19, 2016 at 11:47 pm
Mosquitoes, Pomeranians, potato bugs, and the French.

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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 20, 2016 at 12:15 am
What's the alternative?  Capture them and rehabilitate them?
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 20, 2016 at 12:35 am (This post was last modified: August 20, 2016 at 12:36 am by The Grand Nudger.)
(August 19, 2016 at 10:02 pm)PETE_ROSE Wrote: Eradicate mosquitos?  Absolutely.  Followed by spiders, snakes, and pesky Catholics.  

Perhaps if we put a bounty on them we can expedite the process.

Well, I mean...since -you- proposed it..is it okay for me to lend my bayonet?
(seriously though, I had a snake in my house, my youngest daughter discovered it when she dropped trou to do her business. Jihad on snakes.)
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 20, 2016 at 12:38 am
(August 20, 2016 at 12:15 am)Minimalist Wrote: What's the alternative?  Capture them and rehabilitate them?

Well, you liberals sure do love rehabilitation. Wink
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RE: Should We Eradicate Mosquitos?
August 20, 2016 at 12:47 am
Fuck that.

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