Category: Mosquitoes

Using smoke to keep mosquitoes away is a common technique. However, the science behind it is not clear. In fact, the World Health Organization conducted a study and found that…Continue readingHow Do Mosquitoes Stay Away From Smoke?

Despite their innocuous name, mosquitoes are deadly. They carry a number of viruses and diseases, and can cause millions of deaths. Their bites cause allergic reactions in some people. The…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Kill Humans?

Among the deadliest animals in the world are mosquitoes. They are known to carry and spread many deadly diseases. Thousands of animals and human beings die each year from mosquito-transmitted…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Kill Animals?

Using his expertise in technology, Bill Gates has posted an informational graphic on his blog comparing the number of people killed by various animals. Among other things, the graphic compares…Continue readingMosquitoes Kill More People Than Sharks and Snakes

Thousands of animals, from birds to cats, get their nourishment from mosquitoes. These long-legged insects are known for spreading a variety of diseases, including malaria, yellow fever, and dengue. They…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Kill Other Animals?

Whether you have a problem with mosquitoes, or you simply want to keep the bugs out, there are a few things you can do. Among them are using a mosquito…Continue readingHow Do Mosquitoes Kill Flies?

Whether you’re looking for a natural way to repel mosquitoes from your home, or you just want to protect your family from being bitten by these blood suckers, plants are…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Kill Plants?

Fortunately, there are natural predators that will help control your mosquito problem. Often, these predators will consume a fair portion of your mosquito population. However, these predators are not effective…Continue readingNatural Predators of Mosquitoes

Among the world’s deadliest animals, mosquitoes are by far the deadliest. They cause hundreds of thousands of deaths a year. They are responsible for 17 percent of the world’s total…Continue readingWhy Do Mosquitoes Kill the Most Humans?

Generally speaking, mosquitoes will only last through late October in the Northeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Southwest. However, there are some exceptions. Some species are only active during the spring…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Last All Summer?

During the life of a mosquito, there are four major stages: Larva, Pupa, Adult, and Flying Insect. Each stage has its own lifespan and the life span of a mosquito…Continue readingHow Long Do Mosquitoes Live in Water?

Almost all mosquitoes do not live at high altitudes. In fact, most mosquito species prefer to live below 6,000 feet. Some species have evolved to live at altitudes up to…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Live at High Altitude?

Several species of mosquitoes have been studied and evaluated. A number of mosquitoes are considered to be of medical importance because they are known to carry diseases. The three major…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Live in Saltwater?

Having blood that is low in iron is a risk for getting dengue fever. However, if you do not have any signs of iron deficiency, you may not be bitten…Continue readingWhy Do Mosquitoes Like Low Iron Blood?

Generally, mosquitoes don’t fly low to the ground. However, they do fly up to 25 feet in the air. During the rainy season, they can survive by laying their eggs…Continue readingDo Mosquitoes Fly Low to the Ground?

Despite the importance of mosquitoes to the health of humans, little research has been conducted on their flight dynamics. This study is an attempt to gain insights into the flight…Continue readingWhy Do Mosquitoes Fly Low?

Despite what you may have heard, some people do not get bitten by mosquitoes as often as others. This may be due to diet or other factors. Using a mosquito…Continue readingWhy Do Mosquitoes Bite Lower Legs?

Whether you are traveling or just in a warm, tropical area, you may be wondering does mosquitoes make you sick. Mosquitoes are known for spreading diseases such as malaria and…Continue readingDoes Mosquitoes Make You Sick?

Fortunately, most mosquitoes are innocuous and rarely cause you to feel sick. However, they do carry pathogens and disease, which means you should be careful and wear insect repellent when…Continue readingCan Mosquitoes Make You Feel Sick?

Depending on your immune system sensitivity, you may have a mild reaction to mosquito bites. Other people may have more serious reactions. If you have a reaction to mosquitoes, you…Continue readingCan Mosquitoes Make You Bleed?