What does fogging primarily kill?

Fogging is a method commonly used in pest control that involves dispersing a pesticide in the form of fog or mist, allowing it to cover a wide area effectively. The primary target of fogging is insects in the surrounding area. This technique is especially useful for dealing with flying insects like mosquitoes or gnats, as the small droplets can penetrate their habitats, making them more susceptible to the treatment.

While fogging can have some impact on pests that come into contact with the pesticide in the fog, it is not designed to kill all pests on surfaces or to control rodents, which require different methods of pest management. Additionally, though some fogging products may have antimicrobial properties that could affect bacteria and viruses, the main focus of the fogging technique in pest control is directed towards insect populations.