Usefulness of Mosquitoes: Why You Should Repel and Not Kill Them

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 it or not, mosquitoes are useful. Although they are seen as pests, the usefulness of mosquitoes is clear to many … Read more

Viruses Can Make You Smell Tastier to Mosquitoes

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 humans. This strategy helps explain how mosquito-borne diseases spread efficiently. The Viruses The most concerning viruses are dengue and Zika … Read more