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The US has a new species of mosquito
Scientists have confirmed the first appearance of a foreign mosquito species previously known only from Mexico within the United States.
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Mosquitoes are picky eaters – we studied 3 common South Florida species to learn why they like some people more than others
New scientific research into three South Florida mosquito species reveals why certain individuals are targeted more frequently by the insects.
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Ant Colonies Pulse Like a Physical System, And Scientists Are Beginning to Understand What Triggers Them
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This Week in Science: Mosquito Magnets, Bonus Benefits of GLP-1s, And More
New scientific research involving 450 participants examines the specific factors that make certain individuals more attractive to mosquitoes.
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Researchers explore one of Africa’s deepest lakes
Scientists explore one of Africa’s deepest lakes as researchers examine how insect submariners survive extreme depths without imploding.
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So THAT'S Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others
New scientific insights reveal that mosquito targeting is driven by a combination of metabolism, body odor, and the insects' own memory.
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Catnip lotion as effective as Deet at repelling mosquitoes, study finds
A new study indicates that catnip-based lotion matches the effectiveness of DEET in repelling mosquitoes.
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Why scratching a mosquito bite makes it so much worse, according to science
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8 Effective Ways to Prevent Mosquito Bites, According to Entomologists
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Spider which uses spring trap to capture prey discovered in Australia
A newly identified Australian spider species utilizes a rapid, spring-loaded trap to capture its prey.
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An unusual strategy helps some tropical butterflies live 25 times longer than their relatives
Researchers are studying tropical Heliconius butterflies that live 25 times longer than their relatives to uncover secrets of healthy aging.
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To Make a Queen, There's a Special Kind of Worker Bee
Recent studies reveal that honeybee royalty requires specialized royal chambers alongside a distinct diet.