Once mosquitoes acquire a new food source, they tend to develop a preference for that particular blood—and humans are one ...

The mosquito kills more people than any other creature in the world, according to the CDC. There are 51 types of mosquitoes in Massachusetts. The world’s deadliest creature is probably outside your ...

SAN ANTONIO – With all this summer rain, mosquitoes aren’t just buzzing, they are thriving. This is nothing new, but if you’re wondering why mosquitoes prefer you over others, here are a few things ...

Deforestation has reduced the plants and animals on which mosquitoes feed.

The strong preference for humans could lead to the transmission of more viral diseases and adverse health outcomes for people ...

Stretching along the Brazilian coastline, the Atlantic Forest is home to hundreds of species of birds, amphibians, reptiles, ...

Some mosquitoes have become increasingly reliant on human blood, new research shows – and it's probably our own fault. A ...

In the rapidly disappearing Atlantic Forest, mosquitoes are adapting to a human-dominated landscape. Scientists found that ...

If you have ever been camping or spent any time outside during a hot summer night, you no doubt know about the existence of mosquitoes. However, how long do mosquitoes live? You may want to know the ...

Mosquitoes are more than just a summer nuisance; they pose a significant global health challenge, killing over 700,000 people ...