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New "mosquito machine" to combat bloodsuckers

New "mosquito machine" to combat bloodsuckers

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A sterilization machine can become the latest weapon in the fight against the mosquito plague. Large quantities of infertile males released into the wild lead to a significant reduction in swarms, new research shows

Outbreak of sheep plague – low risk for Sweden

Outbreak of sheep plague – low risk for Sweden

1 MIN READ

Over 60,000 animals have been put down in connection with an outbreak of sheep and goat plague in southeastern Europe. But it is unlikely that the serious disease will spread to Sweden, according to the National Veterinary Institute (SVA)

Fly a mile in pursuit of blood – this is how they will be stopped

Fly a mile in pursuit of blood – this is how they will be stopped

Light clothing and a little insect repellent are not enough. In the Lower Dalälven area, it's all-out war against the mosquitoes that applies

New tick species arrives from travel – how dangerous is it?

New tick species arrives from travel – how dangerous is it?

A new tick species with the name Dermacentor marginatus has been discovered for the first time in Sweden, announces the National Veterinary Institute (SVA) in a press release.

Swedish success against African swine fever studied

Swedish success against African swine fever studied

The danger appears to be over in the previously swine fever-infected area in Fagersta – and people can move freely in the forest. Now research will be conducted on what made the Swedish strategy successful

Tropical mosquito-borne diseases could reach Sweden

Tropical mosquito-borne diseases could reach Sweden

Several Asian mosquito species are on their way to establishing themselves in Europe. With them come diseases such as dengue and Nile fever

Restrictions lifted in pest-infected area

Restrictions lifted in pest-infected area