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Fun Fact About Mosquitoes 🦟
Mosquitoes are one of the slowest flying insects. The average mosquito’s top speed is around 1 to 1.5 miles per hour (mph). In comparison, horseflies can fly up to 90 mph!
All About Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are small, flying insects known for their relentless bites and unfortunate role as disease vectors.
So, Why Do Mosquitoes Bite?
Female mosquitoes bite humans and animals to obtain the necessary proteins for egg development. Male mosquitoes don’t bite and instead feed on plant nectar. When a female mosquito bites, she pierces the skin with her proboscis and injects saliva into her victim to prevent blood clotting. This is what causes the itching and swelling around a mosquito bite.
Common Diseases Transmitted by Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are notorious for transmitting serious diseases, including malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus. These diseases can lead to severe health complications, including encephalitis, meningitis, and microcephaly. West Nile virus is the most reported mosquito-borne disease in the United States.
Read More: The Most Common Diseases You Can Get from a Mosquito