Apples, pears and
grapes fed to the insects in the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden insect
exhibit may have been what was making them sick. It is no wonder that
insects can be affected by the pesticide residues left on fruits and
vegetables from the produce section.
These chemicals are designed to be environmentally persistent and do not
wash off easily. So when zoo keepers noticed that some insects in the
exhibit were not thriving , they called Mom for some advice.
Because pesticide residues on fruits fed to insects in the Insectarium
could potentially harm them, the Zoo now uses Mom's Veggiewash to protect
the little creatures. All fruits fed to the beetles and spiders are first
washed with Mom's Veggiewash.
Surfaces and countertops can be cleaned with Mom's Veggiewash to further
safeguard sensitive environments.
