1. of, relating to, or capable of killing larvae, especially mosquito larvae
Usage: technical; commonly used in public health and pest control contexts

Examples

• The health department sprayed larvicidal chemicals in the swamp to control mosquito populations.
• Larvicidal treatments are more effective than adult mosquito control in preventing disease transmission.
• The new larvicidal agent targets only specific insect species without harming beneficial organisms.
• Public health officials recommended larvicidal measures to combat the spread of dengue fever.
• This larvicidal product can be safely applied to standing water where mosquitoes breed.