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DEP > Businesses > Program Integration > Vector Management > Black Fly > Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Black Fly - FAQ

What are Black Flies?
  • Where can I get more information on the biology of Black Flies?
  • Do you have information on the Black Fly life cycle?
What is PA Doing about Black Flies?
  • What is Pennsylvania doing about Black Flies?
  • Who do I contact about Black Fly Suppression in my county?
  • What control products are used in the PA Black Fly Suppression Program?
  • Who does DEP notify of upcoming black fly treatments?
  • Why isn't PA treating early season black flies?
  • Is my county currently participating in Pennsylvania's Black Fly Suppression Program?
  • What streams are currently being treated?
What Can I Do About Black Flies?
  • What you can I do to protect myself from adult black flies?
  • What insect repellents should I use?
  • There are gnats in my yard, who do I call?
What are the NonTarget Impacts of the program?
  • Are there any impacts of Bti on Non-Target species?
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