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| Description |
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| The Mosquito (from the Spanish meaning
little fly) is a very common insect. Mosquitoes
resemble crane flies and chironomid flies), with
which they are sometimes confused by the casual
observer. There are about 3,500 species of
mosquitoes found throughout the world. In some
species of mosquito, the females feed on humans,
and are carriers of a number of infectious
diseases affecting millions of people per year. |
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| Biology/Habitat |
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| Mosquitoes have mouthparts which are adapted
for piercing the skin of plants and animals.
They typically feed on nectar and plant juices.
In some species, the female needs to obtain
nutrients from a "blood meal" before she can
produce eggs. Both male and female mosquitoes
are nectar feeders, but the females of many
species are also capable of drinking blood.
Females do not require blood for their own
survival, but they do need supplemental
substances such as protein and iron to develop
eggs. Mosquitoes are estimated to transmit
various diseases to millions of people annually. |
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| Prevention Tips |
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• Eliminate any stagnant water sources,
puddles, pools, fountains, etc.
• Completely change water in birdbaths and
wading pools weekly.
• Stock ornamental ponds and fountains with fish
that eat mosquito larvae.
• Install or repair window and door screens to
keep mosquitoes out. |
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