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health13 days ago•2 min saved

Scientists Warn of Global Spread of Disease-Carrying Insects

A study in Nature Communications warns that the global spread of mosquitoes through trade and travel has increased significantly since the 1950s, raising the risk of vector-borne diseases like West Nile virus and encephalitis, which pose serious health and economic challenges. The expansion is driven by global shipping, trade routes, and climate change, emphasizing the need for preventive measures such as protective clothing and eliminating standing water.

via Yahoo|

#disease-spread #global-trade #health

science18 days ago•5 min saved

Male Mosquitoes Can Also Feed on Blood

Recent research reveals that male mosquitoes can feed on blood under certain conditions, challenging long-held beliefs and raising concerns about their potential role in disease transmission, although further studies are needed to understand the implications fully.

via Gizmodo|

#bloodfeeding #male-mosquitoes #mosquitoes

science27 days ago•4 min saved

Mosquitoes Use Human Scent Like GPS to Find Victims

A study reveals that malaria-carrying mosquitoes use human scent, particularly volatile organic compounds and skin acids, as GPS-like signals to locate their hosts, with scent being the primary cue over heat and vision, which can inform new mosquito control strategies.

via Earth.com|

#chemical-signals #human-scent #malaria

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Experts Warn of Rising Threat from 'Deadliest Animal on the Planet'

Warmer and wetter weather due to climate change is increasing mosquito populations and altering their behavior, leading to longer mosquito seasons and the emergence of hybrid species that spread deadly diseases like West Nile Virus, raising significant public health concerns.

via Yahoo|

#climate-change #diseases #health

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Researchers Warn of Surge in Dangerous Disease, Now 50-100 Times More Prevalent

Researchers warn that the mosquito species Aedes aegypti has become 50 to 100 times more common in transmitting diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya due to its evolution and global spread, driven by climate change and urbanization, posing increased health risks worldwide.

via Yahoo|

#aedes-aegypti #dengue #disease-spread

health2 months ago•2 min saved

Health officials warn as deadly disease hits popular tourist spot

Health officials in Malaga, Spain, have issued a warning after mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus were found near homes, prompting a four-week alert. The virus can be deadly in rare cases and symptoms may last months, with cases increasing across Europe and the US, likely due to climate change. Preventative measures include avoiding mosquito bites through protective clothing, screens, and repellents.

via Yahoo|

#disease-warning #health #mosquitoes

science2 months ago•2 min saved

Glowing Sperm Unveils Mosquito Mating Secrets

A study using fluorescent sperm and high-resolution filming revealed that female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes actively participate in mating by signaling readiness, challenging the previous view that males are solely in charge, which could impact strategies for controlling disease-carrying mosquitoes.

via Nature|

#aedes-aegypti #disease-transmission #fluorescent-sperm

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First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Climate Change

Iceland has detected its first mosquitoes, with three sightings confirmed, raising concerns about the impact of climate change on the country's ecosystem.

via The Washington Post|

#biodiversity #climate-change #iceland

science2 months ago•2 min saved

First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Climate Warming

Iceland has recorded its first-ever presence of mosquitoes, likely arriving via freight and surviving due to rising temperatures caused by climate change, marking a significant ecological shift in the Nordic country.

via NPR|

#climate-change #global-warming #iceland

science2 months ago•2 min saved

First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Rising Temperatures

Mosquitoes have been spotted in Iceland for the first time, likely indicating a recent introduction possibly via ships or containers, despite the country's long-standing mosquito-free status. The discovery raises concerns about climate change and environmental adaptation, although the species found appears well-suited to colder climates. More monitoring is needed to assess their spread.

via CBS News|

#climate-change #entomology #iceland

science2 months ago•2 min saved

First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Rising Temperatures

Mosquitoes have been discovered in Iceland for the first time, likely due to record-breaking heat this spring, raising concerns about climate change and ecosystem impacts.

via BBC|

#climate-change #iceland #invasive-species

science2 months ago•3 min saved

First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Rising Temperatures

Mosquitoes have been detected in Iceland for the first time due to rising temperatures from climate change, highlighting the expanding range of disease-carrying insects and potential public health risks. The species found is cold-tolerant and typically inhabits regions across Europe and Asia, with warming conditions enabling their migration to previously inhospitable areas like Iceland.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#climate-change #iceland #invasive-species

science2 months ago•2 min saved

First Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland Amid Climate Change

Mosquitoes have been found in Iceland for the first time, likely due to the country's rapid warming caused by climate change, which is making it more hospitable for insects and potentially invasive species that can spread tropical diseases.

via The Guardian|

#climate-change #global-warming #iceland

science2 months ago•1 min saved

Scientists Confirm First Mosquitoes in Iceland

Scientists confirmed the first outdoor discovery of mosquitoes in Iceland, with three specimens of the species Culiseta annulata found in West Iceland, raising concerns about potential establishment due to climate conditions.

via Iceland Review|

#climate-change #culiseta-annulata #iceland

science2 months ago•1 min saved

First Mosquitoes Discovered in Iceland

Three mosquitoes of the species Culiseta annulata were discovered in Iceland by Björn Hjaltason, marking the first confirmed sighting of this species in the country, raising questions about their potential establishment and origin, possibly from nearby shipping areas.

via Iceland Monitor|

#culiseta-annulata #entomology #iceland