The Mosquito
Mosquitos are tiny flying insects that like to suck our blood. They have long legs, wings, and a long, thin body that is usually covered in black, brown or grey hair. They are very small, smaller than a dime, and are often found around water or in grassy areas.
When mosquito females see us, they like to land on our skin and stick their nose-like mouthpart called a proboscis into our skin so they can suck our blood. Their mouthpart is so sharp that we usually can't feel it when they bite us.
Most mosquitoes are not harmful, but some types can make us very sick by carrying and spreading harmful diseases like malaria, Zika virus, Dengue fever, and West Nile virus. So, it's important to be careful when we are around mosquitoes and do all we can to protect ourselves. We can try to avoid standing water, wearing protective clothing, using mosquito repellents, and making sure our homes are not attracting mosquitoes. It's always best to be prepared and stay safe!
When mosquito females see us, they like to land on our skin and stick their nose-like mouthpart called a proboscis into our skin so they can suck our blood. Their mouthpart is so sharp that we usually can't feel it when they bite us.
Most mosquitoes are not harmful, but some types can make us very sick by carrying and spreading harmful diseases like malaria, Zika virus, Dengue fever, and West Nile virus. So, it's important to be careful when we are around mosquitoes and do all we can to protect ourselves. We can try to avoid standing water, wearing protective clothing, using mosquito repellents, and making sure our homes are not attracting mosquitoes. It's always best to be prepared and stay safe!