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Mosquitoes
Although these insects typically only live for one to two weeks, their impact can be deadly. The female mosquito feeds on human blood and carries deadly diseases such as the West Nile virus.
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Do mosquitoes live in England?
In England and Northern Europe there are mosquitoes. In cities they will rarely be encountered. By water, or in mountainous or boggy areas, especially in Scotland and Scandinavian countries rural walkers can be bothered by swarms of very annoying mosquitoes. It is possible to buy mosquito-repelling sprays which prevent them from biting.
Although bites itch they do not carry diseases and do not pose any significant health risk.
How does the mosquito act as a vector?
In medical terms, a vector is an intermediary organism that carries and transmits a disease from one host to another, usually without contracting the disease itself. When female mosquitoes feed on the blood of an animal infected with a disease (e.g. malaria, equine encephalitis), and then bites another animal, the mosquito's saliva/anticoagulant fluid infects the second animal, or human, with the disease. (In malaria, the actual fertilization of the infective Plasmodium sporozoite takes place within the mosquito.)
* In the special case of the human botfly, the mosquito has been seized by an egg-laying fly, which plants its eggs on the mosquito, and the mosquito (unharmed) carries the eggs of the fly to new human hosts.
House flies live to 5 weeks and poo flies live up to 3 weeks
I breed flies! poo and house and blue bottles i love flies so much they are the perfect pet ever you dont have to feed them, my house is welcome to all flies i have never killed a fly on purpose
What is the branch of Biology for study of mosquito?
entomologists study specific groups of insects.
entomology?
Why AIDS is not transmitted through mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes are immune from contracting HIV, it is a disease only humans can catch. When a mosquito bites a person they inject their own saliva (which most people are allergic to - causing an itchy mosquito bite) into their prey's bloodline. But their saliva does not carry HIV.
What do mosquitos do in the winter?
Mosquitoes can be bad during the winter months, Florida. The state of Florida and the counties spray for mosquitoes throughout the year.
What keeps mosquitoes from biting?
You can prevent mosquito bites by using mosquito repellents such as Off lotion or spray. Since mosquitoes breed in water, it's also advisable to cover your water-storage containers and to fill low-lying areas with dirt so that puddles don't form. You may also wish to keep your surroundings clean by properly disposing your trash.
How does a mosquito larvae breathe in water?
they have an air tube which stick out of the water surface and they breathe by that tube
Is it true that a mosquito dies after its first bite and that it's only the females that bite?
Yes it is true that only the females bite. However it is not true that a mosquito dies after its first bite. In fact, they bite many times then BAM to much blood and they explode. Its really cool to watch.
it could very be one, but it can also not be one. there are a series of opinions in this question. so that is why it could vary between the two of them. but for instance my opinion is that i really don't know. i am sorry to let you down. i will check up on this answer pretty soon. if this is a science projects for a school assignment then you might want to look at a different problem cause the answer is not here yet. q:p.
What type of organisms are mosquitos?
A mosquito is an organism because it is a living thing. Organisms can be virtually anything that is alive, such as animals or plants.
Are all people allergic to mosquitoes?
you cant really be "allergic", but i get your meaning. yes. it is a chemical reaction specificlly designed to keep blood unclotted, and as a chemical reaction, it has side affects, such as the bumps you get that always itch. but how does this affect European cars? is there one made of mesquitos? and if so, were you dumb enough to buy one?
How do people get infected with malaria?
Malaria is caused by the microscopic single -celled protozoan called Plasmodium , and is the deadliest organism on the planet. When a person with active malaria is bitten by the Anopheles mosquito, the mosquito injests the Plasmodium larvae with the blood meal. The larvae travel to the midgut of the mosquito, where they change form. When the mosquito bites UNinfected person, the plasmodium is injected into their bloodstream through the mosquito's saliva. The larvae are in the person's bloodstream , and transform again. Next they invade the blood cells, where they multiply over and over, bursting the blood cells and spreading even more larvae into the blood stream. The infection causes high fevers, and severe anemia, possibly leading to death. Another mosquito bites this person and spreads it to yet a third person.
( i think I left out a side-trip into the human liver somewhere, but you get the idea!)
Why are some insects able to move around on the surface of a lake or pond?
Some insects are able to move around on a lake or pond because of the surface tension of the lake or pond.
What can you use to keep mosquitoes away from your dog?
Eat lots of garlic... unfortunatly it keeps everyone away from you. The best way I found is to find someone mosquitoes like better then you and stick around them
Another way is to wear clothing that doesn't expose any skin like T-Shirts or shorts, or maybe put on some mosquito repellent :P
Do all kinds of mosquitoes carry disease germs?
Mosquitoes are typically smaller than a shirt button, but they can pose big health risks. More than 200 species are found throughout North America, some of which can transmit West Nile virus and other viruses that cause encephalitis, or swelling of the brain.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 19,500 cases of West Nile have been reported in the United States, including more than 750 deaths, since the virus was first identified in New York in 1999. Serious symptoms of West Nile virus can include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, disorientation, convulsions, vision loss and paralysis; and the disease can even be fatal.
Furthermore, mosquitoes cause major health problems internationally by carrying and transmitting infectious agents that cause diseases such as malaria, elephantiasis, and yellow and dengue fevers.
"Not only are mosquitoes dangerous, but they're also annoying, ranking among the most frequently encountered pests in American homes," says Frank Meek, entomologist and Technical Director for Orkin, Inc. "It is important to protect yourself and your family against mosquitoes, especially in summer and early fall, when populations are most prevalent."
Fortunately, 90 percent of Americans realize that mosquitoes are capable of spreading disease and adversely impacting health, according to a recent survey released by Orkin, Inc. Armed with this knowledge, homeowners should proactively follow these tips to help protect against mosquito populations thriving in and around their homes:
• When outdoors, apply an EPA-approved insect repellant on clothing and exposed skin.
• During prime mosquito-biting hours of dusk to dawn, wear long sleeves and pants in addition to repellant, or consider staying indoors.
• Make sure screens on windows and doors fit tightly and have no holes.
• Remember, mosquitoes only need a thimbleful of water to breed and survive, so eliminate breeding sites by emptying standing water from objects around the home, including flowerpots, buckets, tire swings and children's wading pools. Change the water in pet dishes and birdbaths regularly.
Controlling mosquito populations can be difficult, but professional help is available through Orkin, the only national pest control provider offering treatment services against these dangerous pests.
Are mosquitoes a herbivore or a omnivore?
Mosquitoes suck blood, and blood isn't a plant, which doesn't classify them as an herbivore. Mosquitoes do not eat meat, because blood isn't meat, so they aren't carnivores. Since mosquitoes only suck blood, and do not eat a combination of both meat and plants, they are not omnivores either. Since a mosquito eats different kinds of food at different life stages (like at the larval stage, they eat microorganisms, and at a different stage, they eat plant nectar, and so forth), it is safe to consider the mosquito an omnivore, which fits the category the best.
What is the function of the larva of the mosquito?
The function of the proboscis of a mosquito is that of a probe to reach vessels under the skin of the host during the blood-sucking action. The protruding proboscis of mosquitoes can help identify the host from a distance.
Where is the mosquito's habitat?
mosquitoes live in dry, moist land near the equator.in cold dry not moist land and not near the equator
Which insect is deadlier a house fly or mosquito?
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Can a malunggay plant be used as a mosquito repellant?
The Malunggay plant is used in the Philippines to help with milk production in mothers who are having trouble breastfeeding. It is also used in herbal medicines and also as a bug repellent.
Which frequency of sound can kill mosquito?
Most devices use a range of frequency between 16 and 20 KHz in order to disturb insects; the efficacy though depends on the type of sound (ultrasonic, etc) used which can be achieved with special equipment, usually professional ones.
mosquito's have hair!! but not all over it,its actually just on a place near the head.
What are the trade offs of each of these options for the tger mosquito?
it is a great food source for small animals, but it spreads diseases
Where is the tiger mosquito from?
The Asian Tiger Mosquito will move barely 200 meters from its birth place. Unlkie the Marsh Mosquitos,which incidently move up to and further than 12 miles from their birth place, they don't move very far from home a all! Hope this helps!
