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  • Asked by Kathie from Baltimore, Md
    06/12/2013
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks hurt my wildbirds drinking out of a bird bath that has been treated?
    I want to treat my birdbaths but I don't want to do anything to harm my wild birds.
    A
    It will not harm the birds or any other animal that drinks from the water. The BTI dunks are designed to be used in rain barrels, horse and animal water troughs and similar areas like bird baths in a homeowners yard.
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    242 of 246 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michael
    02/26/2010
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    What is the shelf life of BTI Mosquito Dunks?
    My agency has 7 boxes of BTI Mosquito dunks and I could find no date of expiration. Is there a limit on the length of time they can be stored before they are no longer effective?
    A
    BTI Mosquito Dunks should be used within 2 years of the date of purchase. It is also important to store BTI Mosquito dunks out of direct sunlight and heat so that the product will not degrade.
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    193 of 198 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Steve from Milwaukee, Wi
    03/26/2012
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    Are BTI Mosquito Dunks safe to use in pools?
    I set up a small pool for my children in the summer. Are these safe to put in the pool with them - specifically if they accidentally drink some of the water or get it in their eyes?
    A
    According to Summit Chemical the manufacturer of the Mosquito Dunks, you can use the dunks directly in wading pools and they will not harm your children. These dunks will float on top of the water for several weeks so we would suggest that you take the dunks out of the pool while the children are in the water so they will not play with them.
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    125 of 129 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jeffrey
    10/05/2010
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    Are BTI Mosquito Dunks safe for use in ponds with fish in it?
    A

    No, BTI Mosquito Dunks are not labeled for use in ponds or other bodies of water.  Only in bird baths, old automobile tires, rain barrels, abandoned or unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types), tree holes, roof gutters for collecting rainwater, flower pots, animal watering troughs, elevator shafts, basements that flood, sump pumps and any drainage areas within buildings.

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    107 of 122 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Matt from Hapeville, Ga
    07/08/2014
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    Is it safe to use Mosquito Dunks in water barrels used to water fruits and vegetables
    A
    BTI Dunks are not listed to be used in water barrels you will be applying to edibles. BTI dunks are to be applied to bird baths, old automobile tires, rain barrels, ponds, abandoned or unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types), ditches, tree holes, roof gutters for collecting rainwater, flower pots, animal watering troughs, waste water treatment plants, elevator shafts, basements that flood, sump pumps and any drainage areas within buildings -
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    99 of 121 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Cc from Ct
    07/16/2016
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    Is it safe to use BTI Mosquito Dunks in water barrels to use in a garden?
    Using 275 gallon IBC container to gather rainwater from roof. Using 1 dunk per container. Also have 55 gallon water barrel for watering lettuce. 1 dunk for the waterbarrel.
    A

    The BTI Mosquito Dunks are often used one per barrel as it slowly dissolves releasing the bacteria for control of mosquito. They are deemed organic and environmentally safe.

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    51 of 60 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dee from Henderson, Nv
    02/08/2012
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    I have a waterfall, my dog and cat love to drink out of it, will BTI be harmful to them?
    A
    BTI is specifically labeled to be used in animal watering troughs so there should not be any problem with your animals drinking from the waterfall after it has been treated with BTI Mosquito Dunks.
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    47 of 49 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Stephanie from Lake Alfred, Fl
    06/11/2016
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    Are BTI Mosquito Bits safe to use where butterflies and caterpillars drink and eat?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks, or bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, is a natural mosquito-killing biocontrol agent that does not have any effects on butterflies or caterpillars.

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    47 of 51 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Catherine
    08/09/2014
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    Are BTI Mosquito Dunks product harmful to honeybees?
    A
    No, BTI Mosquito Dunks are not harmful to honeybees.
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    43 of 46 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lenard from West Palm Beach, Fl
    11/03/2015
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks harm turtles or birds?
    A

    No, BTI Mosquito Dunks will not harm turtles or birds. It is safe to use in areas such as ponds and bird baths where birds and turtles would be present.

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    33 of 34 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tanya from Rapid City Sd
    07/03/2015
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks make my dog sick?
    My dog drank from the water that I put a dunk in and now he is sick. Did this product do this?
    A
    BTI Mosquito Dunks is labeled to be used in animal water troughs and are not harmful to animals. If your dog is continuing to experience any kind of sickness we recommend contacting your local veterinarian. You may need to refer to the MSDS when speaking with your vet.
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    32 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Noel from Laramie Wy
    06/15/2015
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    Will the active ingredient in Bti Briquets migrate from a pond to the underground ground water?
    If so, then it could contaminate a water well in close proximity to the pond?
    A
    The BTI Briquets/dunks will not normally migrate anywhere it will simply slowly breakdown until gone in standing water areas where you dont want pest reproduction to occur. If any of the product did get into the water table somehow it would not be a problem as this product does not harm us and can be used in drinking troughs for animals, in ponds with fish being caught for consumption, and in rain barrels where the water is used to water vegetables.
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    26 of 31 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerry from Grapevine, Tx
    06/09/2014
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    Can I use BTI Mosquito dunks to control mosquitos in French drains?
    I have a bad mosquito problem which I think is coming from my French drain system underneath my backyard concrete patio. There are 6 inlets, and it really seems that the problem is coming from the inlets. I have sprayed the rest of the areas with backyard control products that is supposed to last for a few months, and also have a mosquito misting system. The only pesky area is righty at our feet and it drives us crazy! I've used a little bleach in the drain inlets because someone told me that would help... Only worked for a few hours. The drains are those black plastic ribbed type and I'm pretty sure they nearly always have a little standing water in them due to the ribs. What's the best solution? Would crushed up BTI donuts work if I poured a few gallons of water after insertion to have it spread out down the pipes?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks will be a great choice to apply in french drains for mosquitos. We recommend using Bifen IT and Pivot 10 on the exterior of the home as well as other non-chemical methods for eradication. I have included some great articles below that you might find extremely helpful!

     

    Mosquito Articles

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    25 of 28 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ralph from Bronx, Ny
    10/29/2016
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks and Bits kill Drain Fly larvae although it does not state so on the label?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks are labeled for drain flies and their larva. These can be used directly in bodies of water, such as bird baths, old automobile tires, rain barrels, abandoned or unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types), tree holes, roof gutters for collecting rainwater, flower pots, animal watering troughs, elevator shafts, basements that flood, sump pumps and any drainage areas within buildings.

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    25 of 26 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Don from Modesto, Ca
    04/23/2018
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    Can I use BTI Mosquito Dunks in my Koi Pond or will it harm the fish?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks can be used in koi ponds and will not be harmful to fish. Depending how big the pond is, you can  break the one briquet in half to treat a smaller area. 1 briquet will treat 100 sq ft of water. 

    1 briquet treats up to 100 sq ft of water
    1 briquet treats up to 100 sq ft of water
    1 briquet treats up to 100 sq ft of water

     

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    25 of 27 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Susan from Belfast, Me
    06/11/2017
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    How long does it take for BTI Mosquito Dunks to work?
    I see mosquito larvae in my backyard pond (small).
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks will start working as soon as you place them in the water areas where mosquito larva can be found. It will slowly start breaking down and creating a layer on the water that should prevent the mosquito larva floating there from becoming adult mosquitoes. 

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    24 of 26 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jason from Ma
    05/31/2015
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks affect turtles?
    A
    BTI Mosquito Dunks are safe for use around aquatic life and fish in ponds so it will be safe if there are turtles in the water also.
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    21 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by David from Palmdale,ca
    07/04/2018
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    Can BTI Mosquito Dunks be use in a swamp cooler?
    If so, is there any harm or danger to babies and adults
    A

    Yes, the BTI Mosquito Dunks can be used in a swamp cooler without fear of harming anyone.

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    21 of 22 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Shasangel from Copperas Cove
    04/07/2019
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    Are BTI dunks safe for egg laying chickens?
    I know BTI dunks are safe for birds, but is it safe for egg laying chickens to drink water with BTI? Does BTI breakdown in the chickens so it is safe for us as humans to consume their eggs?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks would be safe for chickens.  This contains a natural biocontrol agent that would not affect eggs.

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    19 of 20 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mrs.r from West Sussex
    06/26/2018
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    Will chlorine in water inhibit BTI Mosquito Dunks in any way?
    A

    No, according to the manufacturer, chlorine will not affect BTI Mosquito Dunks in any way. 

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    17 of 17 people found this answer helpful.
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