Author: Diane Wells

Amphibian deaths may have a link to the surges of malaria in the past. When these animals died off in Panama and Costa Rica in the 90s and in the early part of the 2000s, …

The sole usefulness of mosquitoes seems to be to spread diseases and annoy living things. This can be true for some who always find themselves swatting these insects almost every day, indoors or outdoors. Believe …

Climate change has always been the root of many environmental problems. The fluctuations in precipitation and rising temperatures trigger the spreading of more diseases, particularly the ones you get from mosquito bites. Studies show that …

The monsoon season may feel good with the constant rain. The weather is cool and most people want to stay outside all the time. Regular rain often results in stagnant water. Drops of rain collect …

Silicone oil is a breakthrough in repelling mosquitoes. A Thai company has created a mosquito repellent that shoos mosquitoes away before they even land on your skin. This product is a good preventive in areas …

The COVID-19 pandemic is still rampant in many parts of the world. Many diseases, such as West Nile and Zika, are transmitted through mosquito bites. Many people worry that the same could happen with COVID-19. …

Halloween is just around the corner. Setting up decorations outside and going trick or treating could lead to dangerous mosquito bites. It is already a spooky holiday. The thought of dealing with mosquito-borne diseases is …

Catnip is a common herb among cat lovers. Felines love this plant because of its effects. Some cats become frisky, while others become sleepy. This herb, also known as menta de gato or catmint, is …

Sandalwood or heartwood has a unique aroma. These trees have fragrant wood.  The most prominent sandalwood species are the Australian heartwood and the East Indian heartwood. The popular heartwood has many uses. One of them …

Gardening in the cold months can be annoying if there are still mosquitoes lingering. These tiny insects can be annoying and hazardous to your health. While other mosquitoes hibernate, others stay in and around a …

Good mosquitoes can continue biting but will not spread diseases. Scientists in India are breeding these good mosquitoes that do not transmit fatal viruses. The efforts could possibly stop the spread of Dengue in many …

A mosquito tends to bite selected targets. It is a common complaint among crowds. Some people end up with bites all over them while some do not. Only female mosquitoes bite but do they have …

Populations of malarial mosquitoes are once again increasing in number. The cases are leaving many families with great loss. Scientists have figured out a way to use gene drive to control these mosquitoes. This is …

Plant-based products are all the rage these days. They come in many forms. From clothes to food, to mosquito repellents, these products continue to satisfy the demands of the growing health-conscious population. Most people are …

Viruses that can cause Zika and dengue can control how the host smells to attract more mosquitoes. Studies show that this is advantageous to the virus because the mosquito can transmit it to animals and …

An artificial diet for mosquitoes may be the next best thing in repelling these disease carriers. As of now, scientists are establishing a new way of keeping these mosquitoes from feeding on humans and animals. …

Eating food to ward off skeeters is the next best thing if you do not want to apply mosquito repellents. Repellents are safe to use, but many people do not want to use them because …

Mosquito saliva is now the focus of many scientists. The compound in the saliva holds the key to protecting people from mosquito-borne diseases. Mosquitoes are considered one of the deadliest animals on the planet. The …

Using a fungus as a mosquito repellent is an organic way to get rid of malaria in many areas of the world. Scientists are combining this organism with a spider toxin to eliminate malaria-carrying mosquitoes. …

Using bacteria in mosquitoes is an efficient way to fight dengue. This deadly virus has myriad symptoms from nausea to headaches, to organ damage. At least 100 countries have dengue lurking about. This disease is …

A new mosquito intruder was caught in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The U.S. naval base found the intruder in a trap. Many prisoners try to break out but this situation was unusual. It was also the …

Nanoparticles can repel deadly mosquitoes anywhere. Adaptable and invasive species of mosquitoes have been living in North America for centuries. Recent studies show that mosquitoes have a natural resistance to some types of insecticides. That …

Mosquito memory is something that most people think these insects do not have. Some people think that mosquitoes actually remember them. Well, research says that they are actually right. This is a new challenge to …

Rising temperatures give way to spring mosquitoes. The blooming plants, melting snow, and rising bodies of water wake many insects up after their long winter sleep. Mosquitoes will often join the swarms of insects. Spring …

Dengue comes from high-risk mosquito bites. This disease can spread quickly. Female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are the vectors of dengue and other ailments like Zika and chikungunya. The spread of this disease depends on environmental, …