About Us
Monroe County has a sub-tropical environment and is home to approximately 45 species of mosquitoes.
The goal of the Florida Keys Mosquito Control Districtis is to control the mosquito population using the most effective methods, techniques, equipment, and insecticides, thus enhancing the quality of life for all residents, reducing the possibility of mosquito transmitted disease.
County residents are encouraged to contact the Florida Keys Mosquito Control if they are experiencing mosquito nuisance.
Although there are 40+ mosquito species found in the Keys, only a few create sufficient problems that require control measures. The Salt Marsh mosquito, the Pasture Mosquito, the Domestic Mosquito, the Tiger Mosquito and the House Mosquito are commonly found, and create annoyance by their bite. In addition to their annoyance, mosquitoes can also transmit diseases such as Dengue Fever, Encephalitis, Malaria, and dog heartworm.
Our History
1949: A special act of the Florida Legislature, approved by the voters of Monroe County, creates the Monroe County Anti-Mosquito District.
1967: The Monroe County Mosquito Control District is formed by the Florida Legislature.
1999: The Monroe County Mosquito Control Board of Commissioners votes to change the name of the District to the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District.