Category: Mosquitoes

Among the more intriguing finds of the past several years is the discovery of a blood-filled mosquito. It is the first direct evidence of mosquitoes feeding on blood meals in…Continue readingHow Big Were Mosquitoes in Prehistoric Times?

During the Jurassic Period, mosquitoes could have buzzed around and bitten dinosaurs. They may have carried malaria, which could have played a role in the extinction of dinosaurs. There is…Continue readingHow Big Were Mosquitoes in the Jurassic Period?

During the spring and summer months in the UK, mosquitoes can be a real nuisance. They can carry parasites and diseases which are harmful to humans and animals. Many types…Continue readingHow Big Are Mosquitoes in the UK?

Whether mosquitoes were once gigantic is unclear. They have not been known to be so big since the mid-Cretaceous Period, which occurred between 145 and 66 million years ago. This…Continue readingHow Big Did Mosquitoes Used to Be?

Generally, mosquitoes are very small insects, less than two centimeters across. When they bite, they release saliva, which causes itching and swelling. The saliva contains proteins that are allergens. Itching…Continue readingHow Big Can Mosquitoes Bite Get?

Despite the common misconception, mosquitoes can survive cold weather. In fact, some species are specially adapted to survive winters. While most species can die after a couple of days, some…Continue readingHow Cold Before Mosquitoes Die

During the winter, many insects go dormant and mosquitoes are no exception. Thankfully, some mosquito species are able to survive the cold, and have even adapted to it. Some species…Continue readingHow Cold Is It For Mosquitoes to Go Away?

During cold weather, many mosquitoes will go into hibernation. This is one of the strategies they have to survive cold weather. The male mosquitoes will likely die before the females.…Continue readingHow Cold Until Mosquitoes Die

Despite the cold, mosquitoes can still annoy humans and spread disease. Some species of mosquito have eggs that are capable of surviving temperatures down to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Some female…Continue readingHow Cold Can Mosquitoes Eggs Survive?

During cold weather, mosquitoes can be affected in many ways. They can become lethargic or hibernate. Several mosquito species have evolved to cope with cold weather. However, there are some…Continue readingHow Cold Can Mosquitoes Fly?

During cold weather, mosquitoes are unable to regulate their internal temperature. This causes them to become lethargic and inactive. Some mosquitoes, however, are able to survive the cold. Female mosquitoes…Continue readingHow Cold Will Kill Mosquitoes

Despite their name, mosquitoes are actually cold-blooded creatures. As a result, they have evolved strategies for surviving colder temperatures. These strategies include hibernation and diapause. Diapause is a period of…Continue readingHow Cold Does It Have Mosquitoes?

Depending on the species, mosquitoes can choose a host based on olfactory cues. These cues include carbon dioxide, body temperature and the presence of certain chemicals on your skin. Almost…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Never Bite Me?

Despite popular belief, mosquitoes don’t always bite the same people. In fact, scientists haven’t come to a complete understanding of how mosquitoes choose their targets. There are many factors that…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Only Bite Me?

Despite what you may have heard, it is actually very difficult to know why mosquitoes bite certain people and not others. However, scientists are getting closer to the answer. They…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Don’t Bite Me?

Despite the common belief that mosquitoes are able to bite faces, that isn’t the case. There are several different species of mosquito, each with its own preferences when it comes…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Don’t Bite Face?

Despite the fact that mosquitoes are the most deadly insects in the world, there is still some debate about whether they can transmit HIV. The problem is that mosquitoes do…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Don’t Transmit HIV

Having mosquitoes in your car can be a big problem. They can be a nuisance and can even be dangerous. It can be hard to get rid of them. The…Continue readingHow Come Mosquitoes Fly in the Car?

During the American Revolution, the colonies suffered a wave of mosquito-borne diseases. One of these was malaria, which wreaked havoc on tens of thousands of settlers. Many were sickened, but…Continue readingHow Did Mosquitoes Get to America?

Depending on the mosquito species, it may take a few days to a few months to complete the mosquito’s life cycle. Its lifespan depends on the temperature and the environment.…Continue readingHow Often Do Mosquitoes Reproduce?