BTI Mosquito Dunks - Questions & Answers

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  • 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.
  • Asked by Jessica from Uniontown, Ohio
    06/25/2018
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    Can you use water treated with BTI Mosquito Dunks to water your lawn?
    We have alot of gnats in our grass. When our dogs are outside laying down they are covered in them. Trying to find a non-harmful way to get rid of them.
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks are only meant to be used in standing water areas like bird baths, ponds, etc. If you wanted to treat your lawn for gnats you would want to use an actual insecticide like Bifen I/T which is a clear drying insecticide that would last on the lawn for at least 30 days to give continuous control over the gnat population and would be completely safe for your pet to lay on once dry. Bifen I/T is used at the rate of 0.5-1 oz per gallon of water and can be sprayed on lawns, bushes, trees, hedges, flowers, etc for gnat/mosquito control. 

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  • Asked by Natalie from Olathe, Ks
    05/31/2018
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    Can BTI Mosquito Dunks be used in a french drain?
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    BTI Mosquito Dunks can be used in any containerized standing water, except finished, treated drinking water found near the home.  To prevent them form being washed away, the DUNKS can be anchored using a string tied through the centerhole or they can be staked in place. 

     

     

     

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  • Asked by Karla from Prince Frederick, Md
    05/29/2018
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    Is it safe to use the BTI Mosquito Dunks in a pond with fish?
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    Since the BTI Mosquito Dunks  dissolve in water, there is no need to apply another dunk in the water after cleaning the pond. Dunks last approximately 30 days and are safe for use around aquatic life and fish in ponds.

     

     

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  • Asked by Shirley from Columbia,sc
    05/17/2018
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    Can I put the BTI Mosquito Dunks under my deck?
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    BTI Mosquito Dunks need to be placed in standing water to be effective. If you need to treat the ground where water occasionally collects in pools or puddles, then we would recommend using Altosid Pro-G instead.

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  • Asked by Carol from Birmingham, Al
    05/13/2018
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    I stored the BTI Mosquito Dunks in a plastic container. Would the container be safe to store food for people?
    A

    No, the plastic container would not be safe to store food in after storing the BTI Mosquito Dunks

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    5 of 6 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?
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    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 Janice from Manteca
    04/19/2018
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    How many BTI Mosquito Dunks are needed in a 20' round 4 and a 1/2 foot deep pool?
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    Each BTI Mosquito Dunk covers up to 100 square feet of water. So if the water you are treating is a 20 foot diameter container, then you woud have 314 sq ft and would need 4 dunks. Keep in mind that BTI Dunks should be used only in containerized water, and they should not be used in water used for swimming.

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    8 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jan from Albuquerque, Nm
    04/18/2018
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    I treat 5 gals water with one dunk left 24 hrs. How long can I use the same BTI Mosquito Dunks?
    Using water for inside plants
    A

    You should allow a minimum of 48 hours for control using the BTI Mosquito Dunks before removing. Each dunk provides 30 days or more of slow release control.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sharon from Santa Ana
    09/26/2017
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    Do I have to put another BTI Mosquito Dunk in after cleaning my pond?
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    Since the BTI Mosquito Dunks  dissolve in water, there is no need to apply another dunk in the water after cleaning the pond. Dunks last approximately 30 days.

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  • Asked by Sharon from Santa Ana
    09/26/2017
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    How long will it take to work or see results after using BTI Mosquito Dunks?
    A

    After applying BTI Mosquito Dunks,  it takes approximately 48 hours to start to see results. If areas have a higher population of mosquitoes, it could take longer to see results. Please see our Mosquito Treatment Guide for more tips and product recommendations.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Vince from Kihei, Hi
    09/05/2017
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    Can I use the BTI Mosquito Dunks in a taro pond?
    I will be eating the taro that will be growing in the pond treated with the dunks. Will it be safe to eat the taro?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks are not labeled for use in in taro ponds.  We recommend that you contact your local cooperative extension office for further recommendations.

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  • Asked by Cheri from Branson, Mo
    07/31/2017
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    Do the Mosquito Dunks have to float on the surface in order to be effective?
    I wanted to suspend the Mosquito Dunks in a net weighted by a rock. This way I do not worry about it getting washed out of my rain bucket or my dogs getting it in their mouth. Will it work correctly this way?
    A

    No, The BTI Mosquito Dunks do not have to float on water in order to be effective and you can anchor them in the water as you have described. 

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  • Asked by Cindy from Whittier, Ca
    07/18/2017
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    How many BTI Mosquito Dunks would I use for my 40 gallon fish tank?
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    BTI Mosquito Dunks are for outside use only and cannot be used in a fish tank. 

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    0 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mph from Layton, Ut
    07/14/2017
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    I've read that it's OK for dogs to drink water containing BTI Mosquito Dunks, but what if they ingest and entire piece?
    A

    If your dog consumes a BTI Mosquito Dunk, we would recommend that you contact your vet. 

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  • Asked by Rosa from Stamford
    06/25/2017
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    If I use BTI Mosquito Dunks in my barrel of water, will that water can kill my plants?
    if i use this product in my barrel of water,that water can kill my plants?
    A

    No, water that the BTI Mosquito Dunks were used in will not harm your plants. 

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  • Asked by Albert from San Antonio, Tx
    06/13/2017
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    Are BTI Mosquito Dunks sold at Walmart in San Antonio, Texas?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks are a professional grade product and are not available in local retail stores.  There may be alternative versions of this product available, but we can not attest to the effectiveness of those products.  

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  • 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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  • Asked by Kelli from Dallas, Tx
    06/08/2017
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    Will a Mosquito Dunk work by the faucet on my deck?
    It is not underwater but is wet underneath.
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks need to be placed in standing water to be effective. If you need to treat the ground where water occasionally collects in pools or puddles, then we would recommend using Altosid Pro-G instead.

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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jennifer from Atlanta
    05/31/2017
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    What are the insecticidal toxins on the BTI Mosquito Dunks?
    A

    Per the product manufacturer of the BTI Mosquito Dunks the insecticidal toxins are a by-product of the bacillius thuringiensis in the dunks with is not harmful in any way to non-target animals.

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