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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 mosquito hawks bite humans?

No.The proper name is crane fly.They are harmless to humans. Have a great day, cmf3225

What do plasmodium vivax move with?

Plasmodium vivax moves with the help of vector mosquitoes, specifically Anopheles mosquitoes, which transmit the parasite to humans through their bites. Once inside the human host, the parasite infects red blood cells and causes malaria.

What are the medicinal uses of papaya leaves?

The leaves have antibacterial properties and used for strenghthening teeths and gums.Jamun has properties which prevent excessive urination or sweating and it is also a thirst-retardant and blood-purifier.

Jamun alleviates kapha and pitta and, to top it all, it is a very popular herbal medicines that controls diabetes.

How are tuba-tuba leaves use as herbal?

Tuba Tuba is a plant grown in the Philipines. As an herbal medicine, the sap of the plant is believed to have anti-cancer properties. The leaves can be used stomach ache and can also be used as a natural insect repellant. The roots of the jatropha are used as an antidote for snake bites. The bark can be used as treatment for sores while a tea from the roots and leaves can be used to treat diarrhea. The oil extracted from the plant's seeds, aside from being an alternative to fuel can also be used in the process of soap making. Extract from the plant's roots can be processed as yellow dye while the extract from its barks can be processed to produce blue dye. The seeds can be pounded and used for tanning leather. The plant itself can be used to prevent soil erosion. But the most promising use is as a source of biofuel.

All part of the plant contain poison so don't use it for anything unless you are sure you know what you're doing.

What is the haploid phase of a mosquito?

The haploid phase of a mosquito occurs during gamete formation (sperm and egg cells). In this phase, the mosquito's cells contain half the number of chromosomes (n) as compared to the diploid phase. When sperm and egg cells fuse during fertilization, they form a diploid zygote.

What temperature will a mosquito survive in?

Mosquitoes can thrive in any hot temperature, as long as they have a water source to lay eggs in. As far as the cold, mosquitoes can no longer function if the temperature goes below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. However, it has been shown that in Canada, a female mosquito can put themselves into a hibernation and survive temperatures as low as -42 degrees Celsius.

How many people do mosquitoes kill in a year?

A Mosquito, a flying parasite, doesn't actually kill people by its own merit. 1-2 a year most likely. What makes mosquitoes so deadly is their disease transmission. When a mosquito attaches to a host, it draws blood as a means of nourishment. incidentally, mosquitoes go mostly unchecked in areas such as Africa, which also has many unchecked diseases. In one feeding, a mosquito can easily bite 4 to 5 people, and assuming that the mosquito has bitten an infected host, it can then transmit that disease to 4 to 5 people. So it follows that the number of infected can increase exponentially, for when one of the 4-5 people is bitten by another mosquito, that mosquito can go on to infect another 4-5 people.

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Mosquitoes worldwide infect around 250 million people with malaria. About 2-3 million people die from it. The remainder of the diseases that mosquitoes carry kill in the hundreds of thousands.

What is the symbiotic relationship between mosquito and humans?

Mosquitoes depend on human blood for nourishment and reproduction, while humans can inadvertently provide breeding grounds for mosquitoes. This relationship can be harmful to humans as mosquitoes can transmit diseases like malaria, dengue, and Zika virus through their bites.

Why is chili use as an insect repellent?

Chili's and chili powder are common ingredients found in many natural insect repellents. Chili's have been shown to repel mosquitoes, flies and other insects, along with garlic and garlic powder.

Why does madre de cacao leaves effective in mosquito repellent?

Madre de cacao leaves are effective in repelling mosquitoes because they contain natural compounds such as flavonoids and tannins that have insect-repellent properties. When crushed or dried, these compounds are released, creating a scent that mosquitoes find unpleasant and helps to drive them away.

What is the best insect repellent?

Insect repellents with active ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus are effective at repelling insects like mosquitoes and ticks. Choose a repellent that suits your needs and follow the instructions on the label for best results.

A short note about the diseases malaria?

Malaria is a potentially fatal blood disease caused by a protozoan i.e. "Plasmodium" by its four different stages - P.vivax, P.ovale, P.falciparum and P.malarial. When an infected female anopheles mosquito bites a healthy person, the parasite "Plasmodium" reaches in the blood through its saliva. These parasite grow fast in the red blood corpuslces and R.B.C. burst off. A toxic substance "Haemozion" is released with the bursting of R.B.C. High fever occurs, a person experiences lack of blood and spleen increases in size.

If a person with a high blood alcohol level is bitten by a blood-sucking insect like a mosquito could the insect become intoxicated as a result?

No, a mosquito will not become intoxicated through someone's blood alcohol level after biting a person. In a mosquito the alcohol moves into a separate area, or pocket, and is broken down by enzymes before it could even reach the nervous system.

Do mosquitoes have tails?

Mosquitoes do not have tails. They have a long, slender abdomen that is often mistaken for a tail. This abdomen is used for digestion and reproduction.

What are the four stages of the of mosquito development?

The four stages of mosquito development are egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in water, where they hatch into larvae that feed and grow. The larvae then develop into pupae, which eventually emerge as adult mosquitoes.

What is a wriggler?

A wriggler is a name for a baby mosquito. Mosquito larvae are called wrigglers. They are called that because they move a lot, like little worms. They eat protozoans and other wrigglers.

What are the parts of dragonfly?

There are alot of parts: abdomen, thorax and the head are the main parts, and the other parts are: posterior wing (2), compound eye, anterior wing, antenna, buccal apparatus (his mouth), anterior leg, median leg.

What would happen if mosquitoes disappeared?

Anyone who does not study ecology could rejoice in the extinction of mosquitoes. Unfortunately, it would probably mean the death many species and eventually adverse effects on the human population. It isn't just bats that eat mosquitoes, there are many different types of animals that rely on the large biomass of mosquitoes found in humid climates. Sure, mosquito-born pathogens would be on the decline, but this would only be a temporary benefit. Annoying they may be, mosquitoes still have a large role in many ecosystems.

The life cycle and information of an ades egypti mosquito?

The Aedes aegypti mosquito goes through four stages in its life cycle - egg, larva, pupa, and adult. It can lay eggs in standing water, which hatch into larvae that develop into pupae before emerging as adult mosquitoes. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are known for transmitting diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya.

Why are there tiny small clear worms in water puddles?

They feed off of the bacteria, algae, and fungi that live in most of these puddles that you see outside. So when these little worms feel like the puddle there near would have all of these things, they usually bring their friends and they all feed off the same stuff.

What attracts mosquitoes carbon dioxide light or color?

Mosquitoes are primarily attracted to carbon dioxide, body heat, and body odor. They are also attracted to dark colors and certain wavelengths of light, like UV light. However, carbon dioxide is one of the most important factors that draw mosquitoes to their hosts.

Why are some mosquitoes a lot larger than others?

Mosquito size can vary due to genetic factors, environmental conditions, and access to resources such as food and breeding sites. Some species of mosquitoes are naturally larger than others, while individual mosquitoes within a species can vary in size based on factors like nutrition and temperature during their development.

What mosquito housefly eagle turtle and dog undergo internal-external fertilization?

External fertilization occurs when sperm and eggs unite in the open, rather than within specialized organs during internal fertilization. Turtles, eagles, and dogs most definitely undergo internal fertilization. Mosquitoes and houseflies, on the other hand, undergo external fertilization.

Does black clothing attract mosquitoes?

Wearing black clothing does not inherently attract mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are primarily attracted to carbon dioxide, body heat, and certain scents emitted by individuals. The color of your clothing is unlikely to have a significant impact on mosquito attraction.

How come when you lite citronella candles you still get bit by mosquitoes?

Citronella candles work by masking the human scent that attracts mosquitoes. However, they are not 100% effective in repelling all mosquitoes. Factors such as wind, proximity to the candle, and individual attractiveness to mosquitoes can affect their effectiveness.