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  1. Mosquito - Wikipedia

    Study of a domestic form and an animal-biting form of the mosquito Aedes aegypti showed that the evolution of preference for human odour is linked to increases in the expression of the olfactory …

  2. Mosquito | Description, Life Cycle, Importance, Species, Diseases ...

    Feb 5, 2026 · A mosquito is any of approximately 3,500 species of insects known for the bloodsucking habits of the females. Mosquitoes are known to transmit serious diseases, including yellow fever, …

  3. Mosquitoes | CDC

    Mosquitoes Mosquitoes can spread germs. Prevent mosquito bites to protect yourself from dengue, malaria, West Nile, and other infections. Take steps to control mosquitoes. View All

  4. Mosquito - National Geographic Kids

    Mosquito Mosquitoes are known the world over for their itchy "bites." And they’re also known for spreading some of the world’s worst diseases, including malaria, yellow fever, encephalitis, and...

  5. Mosquitoes: What They Are, Where They're Found, What They Do ... - WebMD

    Mosquitoes are common pests found in outdoor settings. They often bite and can sometimes transmit diseases. Find out more about mosquitoes and how to prevent mosquito bites in this guide.

  6. Mosquito Animal Facts - Culicidae - A-Z Animals

    May 27, 2024 · A description of the adult mosquito is rather simple: it has a slender body, six legs, and only two wings on the thorax. This sets them apart from flies (which have more compact bodies) and …

  7. Mosquito - Insect Identification

    Feb 11, 2026 · The Mosquito is a type of fly. An adult Mosquito has long legs, a long narrow abdomen, and a proboscis. Its wings are short and transparent. It looks clumsy in flight, but can be difficult to …

  8. Mosquito - New World Encyclopedia

    Mosquito is a common term for any member of the insect family Culicidae of the order Diptera ("true flies"). Also known colloquially as "mozzies," "mossies," and "skeeters," mosquitoes are …

  9. How Mosquitoes Work | HowStuffWorks

    Oct 30, 2024 · Mosquitoes are insects that have been around for over 30 million years. Learn about mosquitoes and find out how to reduce mosquito populations.

  10. Mosquito Information - American Mosquito Control Association

    What you need to know about mosquitos. Learn about the insect and how you can help prevent the spread of mosquito borne diseases.