Mosquito Larvae (IMAGE) KU Leuven Caption The backswimmer is one the natural enemies of mosquito larvae. A synthetic version of the chemical substances emitted by the backswimmer is relatively easy to produce, yielding an ingredient for a cocktail that fights mosquitoes in an efficient and sustainable way. Credit © Boris Godfroid (godfroidbrothers.be) Usage Restrictions Please use appropriate credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.