IMIDACLOPRID FLY BAIT: A FAST-ACTING FORMULATION against FLIES in LIVESTOCK

Abstract:
The insecticide imidacloprid belongs to the chloronicotinyl class of compounds and is most active against insects when ingested (Leicht, 1993; Londershausen, 1996). Its use in fly control is seen as an important area of application. An imidacloprid-based fly bait that could be selectively applied in the areas where flies are active was therefore developed under the brand name Quick Bayt® or PreEmptTM in the United States. It consists of a red extruded-granule formulation based on sugar with 0.5% active ingredient. The attractiveness of the bait is increased by the lures muscalure (0.1%) and LEJ 179 (0.25%). Bitrex (0.01%) is included to avoid accidental ingestion by humans. Imidacloprid fly bait can be used as scatter bait, in bait stations, or as paint-on. However, the special sugar-based bait formulation especially attracts the larger house flyMusca domestica (Linnaeus), (Diptera, Muscidae) and other fly species that are attracted by sugar granules.