Non-native mosquitoes, Aedes aegypti  were found  locally here in Santa Barbara County in 2020 but have not been seen since May 2021.  However, they may show up again anytime so please contact the District if you find yourself being bitten by aggressive mosquitoes during daytime hours. These mosquitoes like to bite around the feet and ankles which is why residents being tormented by these pests call them "ankle biters". To learn more about the threats this species could bring and what you can do to prevent them from breeding around your house, please visit the links below. 

California Department of Public Health Invasive Aedes

 Center for Disease Control website

Visit the Mosquito & Vector Control Association of California for information, including short videos, that explain some of the innovative technologies that can be used for controlling non-native Aedes mosquitoes:

Innovative Technologies

Frequently Asked Questions about Innovative Technologies: