Understanding mosquito genetics for mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and Zika can lead to better control methods, reducing their spread around the world. Virginia Tech researchers have found a ...

Scientists discovered that a subtle behavior by the female of the species dictates whether the quick-fire procreation process ...

Across much of the world, a tiny striped insect shapes whether families stay healthy or get sick. The Asian tiger mosquito ...

“Color-coded” genetic method makes it easy to distinguish male and female mosquitoes. (Image: Philippos Papathanos) A team of scientists has developed a gene-editing method that separates male and ...

A novel disease prevention strategy — targeting a mosquito that spreads the dengue virus — significantly reduces both the mosquito numbers and cases of disease across a community, finds a major new ...

No matter where you live, it’s likely you’ll encounter mosquitoes when temperatures rise. Mosquitoes tend to flock to warm, wet conditions, and standing water offers a breeding ground for these pesky ...

The Mosquito Research and Control Unit is turning to drone technology to help tackle the increasingly challenging battle ...

Two things make living in Southwest Florida possible: air conditioning and mosquito control. Collier County’s tropical climate and proximity to the Everglades create a haven for mosquitoes to breed in ...

Scientists found that some mosquitoes really are targeting humans more than other food sources, but it could be a matter of ...

Getting rid of mosquitoes near your home can seem impossible, but the key is to minimize their breeding grounds so fewer of them are in your surroundings. A DIY mosquito trap is one effective way to ...