600,000 Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes released in Washington

,000 male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes infected with Wolbachia bacteria are being released in Washington state.

Wolbachia prevents eggs from hatching when infected males mate with wild female mosquitoes.

The release aims to suppress the mosquito population and reduce disease transmission.

This method is part of an integrated pest management strategy targeting invasive species.

The project involves collaboration between local health departments and biotech companies.