Pyriproxyfen mimics natural hormones in insects, disrupting their growth. It is a type of insect growth regulator that affects mostly young insects and eggs. Pyriproxyfen is low in toxicity to humans. Although rarely toxic to adult insects, it prevents insects from multiplying. Pyriproxyfen is commonly used directly on pets to control fleas and ticks. It is practically non-toxic to mammals, birds, and adult honeybees. However, it can be highly toxic to fish.
Pyriproxyfen is found in more than 300 registered pesticide products. These include products used inside homes and on lawns. Many products are also used in agriculture as leaf treatments on food crops. Pyriproxyfen is commonly used directly on pets to control fleas and ticks.
Pyriproxyfen products can come in many forms, including liquids, granules, dusts, and pellets. Other products are used in aquatic settings like birdbaths and ponds. Some materials are infused with pyriproxyfen, such as pet flea collars. Products with pyriproxyfen often include other insecticides to kill adult insects.
Pyriproxyfen is an insect growth regulator. It mimics natural insect hormones that stop young insects from maturing into adults. Pyriproxyfen can affect an insect if it is touched or eaten. However, pyriproxyfen is rarely toxic to adult insects. Instead, it disturbs egg-laying and egg-hatch and keeps young insects from growing into adult forms. This prevents target insects from multiplying.
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