Mosquitofish Giveaway
- When: Saturday, March 29, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:00 pmThis repeat is an exception to the normal repeat pattern
- Location: Multiple Locations in Hillsborough County
- Cost: Free
Every year during the spring and summer we go to different locations and give away mosquitofish to residents. The annual mosquitofish giveaway events are free for anyone who lives in Hillsborough County.
Things to know about the events:
To receive fish, you need a photo ID showing you live in Hillsborough County
Staff will scan or enter your ID information into the County's mosquito database. After that step is completed, you will move up to next station to receive your mosquitofish.
There are limited quantities. Mosquitofish are available while supplies last.
Mosquitofish facts
Mosquitofish are small, native freshwater fish that eat mosquito larvae
Place fish in standing water such as backyard ponds, fountains, animal troughs, and unused swimming pools to effectively and naturally manage mosquito populations
They require no feeding, and care is limited to protecting them from garden sprays, chlorine, or other chemicals used for cleaning
Mosquitofish do not lay eggs and require no special environment for breeding
All of the County's mosquitofish are raised at Mosquito Management Services headquarters, making the operation more sustainable
Homegrown fish are more likely to be healthier than fish transported from farms
2025 schedule and locations
Mosquitofish will be available, unless otherwise noted, from 8 AM to noon on the following Saturdays:
March 29 - (9 AM) - Hillsborough County West Service Unit (Public Service Day), 9805 Sheldon Rd., Tampa, FL 33635
April 26 - (9 AM - 1 PM) - Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33617
June 21 - Oscar Cooler Sports Complex, 766 W. Lutz Lake Fern Rd., Lutz, FL 33548
Aug. 23 - Northdale Park & Recreation Center, 15510 Hooting Owls Pl., Tampa, FL 33624
- Website: hcfl.gov
- Contact Phone: (813) 635-5400
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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