Short Description:

TEKNAR^® is a biological larvicide and provides selective, environmentally sound control to most mosquito and blackfly larvae.

Active Ingredient:

Bacillus thuringiensis, var. israelensis. (Bti)

Mode of Action:

The larvae ingest the insecticide, consisting of Bti spores and crystalline toxins produced by the bacteria. Only when activated by the larva's specific gut PH and enzymes, do the crystals become toxic, causing damage to the gut of the mosquito. Mortality rate is dependent on consumption of the Bti by 1st through early 4th instar larvae. Higher application rates are recommended if 3rd and early 4th instar larvae are predominant.

Where/When to use:

TEKNAR HP-D (liquid formulation) may be applied to almost any water sites where mosquito and black fly larvae are found. Typical sites where the product has been proven effective are floodwaters, standing pools, streams, catch basins, and salt marshes.

Formulations/Packaging:

• 2x2.5 gl cs, 30 gl dr, 264 gl tote

Features/Benefits:

• Can be used around plants, fish, pets, humans or other organisms that live in the water.
• Due to multiple toxins being produced by the Bti bacteria, mosquitoes are less likely to develop resistance.
• Due to multiple toxins being produced by the Bti bacteria, mosquitoes are less likely to develop resistance.
• Bti liquid is one of the few larvicides that can be used in creeks or streams.
• Bti products are often found to be one of the most cost effective products on the market.

Manufacturer:

Valent BioSciences