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Daniel Markowski, PhD Technical Advisor American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) email: amca.ta@mosquito.org phone: available to AMCA Sustaining Members solutions.mosquito.org mosquito.org       Dan is a graduate of Memphis State University (B.S. Biology) and the University of Rhode Island (M.S. Zoology; Ph.D. Biological Sciences). He has directed and been involved in general pest and vector…

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Join AMCA Click Here to Join Now AMCA Membership – Join Today! Be part of the national community advancing mosquito and vector control to protect public and environmental health. The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) brings together professionals from across disciplines—mosquito control agencies, researchers, public health officials, educators, and industry leaders—to share knowledge, influence policy,…

Archived Position Papers The American Mosquito Control Association focuses its advocacy efforts on key issues facing mosquito control, public health, and the efforts of our industry. Below you will find archived position papers on key issues impacting our industry. 2024 Position Papers AMCA’s Legislative Priorities.  The urgency of our mission cannot be overstated. As the…

Proposed Monarch Listing Information The USFWS announced a proposed rule to list the monarch butterfly as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, accompanied by a 4(d) rule and critical habitat designation. This proposed rule does not immediately list the monarch under the ESA but marks a significant step in the decision-making process for its protection. You can read the…

Comment on the USFWS Proposed Listing Comment!   You can comment on the proposed rule.   The monarch butterfly proposed rule comment period is being reopened for 60 days (March 19 – May 19, 2025), to give all interested parties an additional opportunity to comment on the proposed rule.  Comments that were previously submitted do not need…

Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) Biology General Biology: The Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is a large and brightly colored butterfly with black-veined, orange-paneled wings.  It’s a very commonly seen across the United States, southern Canada and Mexico. This relatively large butterfly is among the most easily recognizable butterfly species in North America. They have two sets…

Threatened & Endangered Species Protections Proposed for the Monarch The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), proposes to list the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) as a threatened species and designate critical habitat under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (the Act). They propose to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species with protective regulations…

Threatened & Endangered Species Protections The primary goal of AMCA’s ESA Mitigation Site is to provide guidance and a single source for AMCA members seeking to take action that will allow them to avoid, minimize, and mitigate effects to listed species and their habitats as per current EPA-approved label requirements.  Check back frequently as EPA’s…

Unmanned Aerial Systems The primary goals of AMCA’s Drone Program is to create clear and consistent regulatory compliance processes for AMCA members to use UAS (drones) safely, legally, and responsibly.  We will also provide accessible and relevant training resources for AMCA members and encourage advancement of technologies that benefit our members. Click here to Submit…