Short Bites Monthly
Your digest for April 2026.
Short Bites Monthly newsletter shares insight into mosquito control efforts at the SGV Mosquito. This ensures that our dta as a public health agency remains transparent to the public and to people who are interested in our mission of protecting public health from mosquito-borne disease.
Mosquito Control in April
This month, SGV Mosquito added seasonal employees in our Operations and Communications departments to help control mosquitoes and educate the public during peak mosquito-borne disease months. The seasonals are officially onboarded and are assisting the District in the field with providing the highest level of protection from mosquito-borne diseases in the San Gabriel Valley.
In this newsletter, we’re listing our current programs that are available for booking, uncovering common myths about mosquitoes, and announcing a new full-time position at SGV Mosquito.
Let’s get the buzz on April.
Public Health Education in Action
This month, we had multiple events in the cities of West Covina, Glendora, Alhambra, Claremont, and Rosemead.
The events range from EcoHealth education programs to city council meetings, presentations, and standard booths.
Additionally, we conducted informational poster outreach that educates the public when posted in schools, libraries, and senior centers throughout San Gabriel Valley.
Current Outreach Services
If you’re interested in learning more about general mosquito health and safety tips, book a Mosquito 101 presentation with us.
Perfect for senior centers, city clubs, libraries, and organizations with outdoor workers.
If you’re interested in having an educational and interactive booth at your next city or community event, book a SGV Mosquito booth.
Perfect for large city or community events.
If you’re a resident who wants to do more to control mosquitoes in your neighborhood, book a 15-minute orientation to become a Bite Back Captain for your community.
Mosquito Fish
Did you know that there are mini but mighty fish that eat mosquito larvae? Mosquito fish, also known as Gambusia affinis, are a low-maintenance and eco-friendly way to keep your permanent water sources (like unused fountains, ponds, etc.) free of mosquito larvae.
The District provides these fish as a method of biological mosquito control, free of charge. To request mosquito fish, residents should Submit a Tip online and our specialists will:
- Conduct a site inspection for any potential mosquito sources
- Assess the permanent water source to ensure water quality for the fish
- Handle the placement of mosquito fish
- Check in on the fish semi-regularly (add more or remove some fish)
- Collect the fish if they are no longer needed
Eaton Area Mosquito Control Response
While the District is responding to the Eaton burn area every day, this month we continued to monitor mosquito populations and maintain pools with short-term mosquito control treatments.
Learn more on how we support the Eaton Area
Status of Eaton Area Pools
- Currently their are 978 pools being managed.
- 200 pools are empty and dry.
- 208 pools are maintained with larvicide treatment.
Status of Biological Control
- In 554 of the Eaton Fire affected pools, we have introduced 16,620 mosquito fish (Gambusia affinis).
- These fish provide a natural, long-term solution by eating mosquito larvae before they can reach adulthood.
EcoHealth in Action
This month, while the school year is wrapping up, our mission to educate people about mosquitoes continues. We also launched a newsletter on LinkedIn that includes a seasonal toolkit, aimed to help inspire educators with ecological solutions to teach students about mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases.
Read Spring's EcoHealth Educator Toolkit
Current EcoHealth Services
For Tk - Pre K ages
Help shape the next generation with healthy and bite-free habits. Little Champions Preschool program will turn your students into little champions who care about their health and their community.
For Elementary School Grades
Vector Inspector Program (V.I.P.) is an interactive community science program that enables students to decrease mosquitoes in the community and protect people from mosquito-borne diseases.
For Middle School Grades
Operation Mosquito G.R.I.D. is an interactive community science program that gets mosquitoes off the grid using scientific tools to trap adult Aedes mosquitoes and analyze their eggs to detect mosquito abundance in their neighborhoods.
Resources to Share
As springtime grows around us, the crisp outdoors are blossoming to life-- mosquitoes included.
Learn how to protect yourself from Black Flies and what the District is doing to control them.
We have an excellent opportunity for a human resources professional who thrives in a public agency environment and is committed to delivering high-quality service..
Did you know that there’s a lot of misinformation on Sterile Insect Technique (S.I.T.)?
We’re here to clear that up and share the facts.
For more information, please visit our website.
District Mission: Providing the highest level of protection from vectors & vector-borne diseases in San Gabriel Valley.
Written and edited by Ally Gaspar.
Eaton Area Reporting by Derek Garcia.