The hookworm species Uncinaria is considered a “cold weather hookworm” meaning that the eggs and larvae can survive freezing temperatures.

Will Frost kill hookworms?

Thankfully, hookworm eggs are often killed by freezing temperatures, but in areas of the Southeastern U.S., hookworm larva can survive in sandy soil, emerging to penetrate bare skin. This infection causes an intense itching sensation along with redness and swelling along the migratory track of the hookworm larva.

Can you kill hookworms in your yard?

To treat the environment, use Outdoor Pest Control yard spray in and around the yard to control the spread of hookworms and other parasites (fleas, ticks, mosquitoes). Wondercide will dissolve the full life cycle, including insect egg and larvae, which is crucial to controlling hookworms.