mosquito

An entomologist says: Immo A. Hansen, a medical entomologist at New Mexico State University who studies the physiology of mosquitoes, has very definite opinions about mosquito repellent patches.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

They’re also turning to social media to commiserate over their collections of mosquito bites.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

The technology emerged from research focused on making military uniforms more resistant to mosquito bites and improving comfort for soldiers wearing body armor.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

The lifespan of a mosquito is dependent on several factors including species, temperature, humidity, gender and time of year, according to the Mosquito and Vector Control Assn. of California.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026

I swat at the biggest mosquito I’ve ever seen.

From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott

But to ward off skeeters, better to either cover up skin with clothing or simply avoid areas and times of day when mosquitoes are most active.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

And mosquitoes spread disease, including West Nile virus — of which Los Angeles County is seeing the highest number of cases in more than a decade.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

"Programming without electricity or an internet connection is a problem... you can either come here to play or stay behind during a blackout, get bitten by mosquitoes, and catch dengue," he said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026

Meanwhile in Florida, mosquitoes are reportedly causing the largest dengue fever outbreak in decades.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

And y’all might as well get used to the mosquitoes and flies, ’cause ain’t nothin’ you can do to stop them suckas.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

Those around him fell sick, exposed to relentless mosquitos.

From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026

This method, known as the Sterile Insect Technique, has been in use for many years to control a variety of insect populations, including fruit flies and mosquitos.

From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026

To avoid contracting West Nile virus, the CDC recommends reducing outside activities during the daytime, when mosquitos are most active.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2025

Florida, Texas and other temperate — but not tropical — Southern states were previously too cold for these mosquitos to thrive.

From Salon ● May 23, 2024

Well, he thought holding his ribs and smiling, then spitting mosquitos out of his mouth.

From "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen