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How fish are helping to control the mosquito population in Alachua County

You're out enjoying the summer and then all of a sudden you feel itchy, you look down and you are getting swarmed by mosquitoes. It's the insect Floridians love to hate and a challenge for the state's mosquito control programs to overcome. Listen above to learn how Alachua County's program is using a unique solution to combat the mosquito population.

Mariana is a reporter for WUFT News who can be reached by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.