Fishermen have long known when fish bite best. Now the periods when mosquitoes bite best, or worst, have been revealed by entomologists of the United States Department of Agriculture. There are mosquitoes that bite only at night, others that bite only during[...]
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Mosquitoes have just been found in Iceland for the first time. It’s more alarming than it sounds
For the first time in recorded history, mosquitoes have arrived in Iceland — a country once famous for being bug-free. The discovery of three Culiseta annulata mosquitoes this month marks more than an entomological curiosity; it’s a signal of a warming world[...]
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West Nile virus at ‘outbreak’ level in Minnesota, above average in North Dakota
As the mosquito season winds down, health officials say this year’s West Nile outbreak has been one of the worst in decades for Minnesota and well above average for North Dakota. Warm, wet weather and a late frost created near-perfect breeding conditions,[...]
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North Dakota hits highest number of West Nile cases since 2019
North Dakota is grappling with its highest West Nile virus surge since 2019, reporting 78 cases so far this year. Health officials say a wet summer created the worst mosquito conditions in two decades, fueling infections across the state. While most cases[...]
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Best mosquito repellent products, according to the experts
This summer's mosquito season started slow, but it's finishing strong. Public health experts say sprays from the air and ground help, but individual protection is still key. The most effective tools are science-backed: backyard foggers with synthetic pyrethroids, repellents containing DEET, and[...]
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West Nile virus cases on the rise: What you can do
Health officials are sounding the alarm as West Nile virus cases climb in North Dakota, with 33 confirmed infections and 19 hospitalizations so far. The illness, spread by mosquito bites, can range from fever and body aches to severe complications. Experts urge[...]
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North Dakota reports 12 additional cases of West Nile virus in past week
Twelve additional cases of West Nile virus were reported in North Dakota over the past week bringing the total human cases to 26 as of Thursday, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Of the 26 total cases, 11 people[...]
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Mosquito Spraying This Week in Minot
The City of Minot, in conjunction with Minot Air Force Base and the Ohio Air National Guard, has scheduled aerial spraying for mosquito control in the Minot area for an evening between July 14-18, weather permitting. A second spraying has been scheduled[...]
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Watch: This ‘Iron Dome’ for mosquitoes shoots down bugs with lasers
Mosquitoes beware — your days might be numbered, and this time it’s not citronella doing the work. A Chinese engineer has unveiled the Photon Matrix, a laser-equipped gadget that tracks and zaps mosquitoes right out of the air, one tiny villain at[...]
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Are You a Magnet for Mosquitoes?
When it comes to mosquitoes, we either know the person or we assume we are the person that gets bit more often than everyone else. It's a phenomenon that we know little about -- at least scientifically, but one research study is[...]
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Concerns of Zika Virus Cases Spreading in US
Zika Virus is a new-to-the-Americas mosquito-spread disease. It's of most concern to pregnant women because if contracted, it may cause a brain development disorder in the fetus. This news story provides valuable background.
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Minot Park District Spraying for Mosquitos
Considering the warm spring, the mosquitos in town seemed to have a slow start, but they've come on with a vengeance lately. Officials at Minot Park District have noticed, and they're working to keep the pesky creatures at bay. KX News has[...]
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Do Mosquitos Like You More? Blame Your Genes
The season of swatting is upon us. So if you're one of those who feels singled out by our buzzing summer companions, it may be because you are. And you likely have your parents to blame for it.