You do
have to consider that the flies do serve a purpose in nature. First of all they
assist in the breakdown of dead materials ranging from feces to bodies. Then,
via the larvae they supply parasites to the mammals to eliminate the weak. Then
for the humans, especially the couch potatoes, they provide exercise, as in
swatting them, and for the intellect they provide a topic for conversation.
All in
all, not such a minor spot in society for the little
buggers.
Bob.
Bob Morris Morris Endurance Enterprises Boise, ID
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[mailto:ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Annie
George Sent: Sunday, June 08, 2003 11:59 AM To:
SueGarlinghouse Cc: RideCamp Subject: [RC]
DE
Hi Sug, I was surfing on
Google, I found literally hundreds of sites for DE, I
searched 'diatomaceous earth" Wow there is allot there. Way
more than I expected to find. and also I searched 'diatomaceous
earth equine' lots there to, Most of which I do not understand but you
will. Allot of technical lingo. I also saw that allot of the industrial
grade stuff has other chemicals added. (ugg) This discussion
is very interesting to me, and others I'm sure. I have no doubt that it can
make somebody sometime sick. But if we can adequately evaluate the % or
risk factor, then we can decide if it is worth it. I mean compared
to chemical fly control. Still....... Flies may not be so bad after
all!
Anne George
Saddlery www.vtc.net/~ageorge
