There are many diseases that mosquitoes can transmit, but HIV isn't one of them. Here's why, and what viruses you do need to watch out for depending on where you live.

Monkeys live throughout Asia, Africa, Central America, and South America. They’re distinct from other types of primate, like ...

A batch of mosquitos trapped by Macon Mosquito Abatement District has tested positive for West Nile Virus. No human cases ...

Nebraska's first reported case of West Nile virus for the 2025 season was detected in the East Central District Health ...

Summertime provides wonderful moments outdoors. Whether you’re hiking trails or tending to garden beds is fine. Maybe ...

According to entomologist and mosquito expert Taz Stuart, after heavy rainfall Ontario residents can expect mosquito activity ...

Don’t let mosquitoes and ticks ruin your carefree summer fun. As we spend more time outdoors for activities like camping, ...

However, we are learning that some insects are also adept at tool use. One group of insects, the assassin bugs, can be seen using tree resin to catch prey in this fascinating YouTube clip.

Mosquitoes are swarming back into Central Texas after recent storms soaked the region, leaving behind sticky humidity and pockets of standing water.

From their odd appendages to their unsavory hygiene, certain animals suffer an image problem. But their awkward attributes ...

Mosquitoes are the "deadliest animal on the planet," and even when the bites aren't fatal, ... but be aware that mosquitoes can penetrate holes in the clothing with their proboscis. 3.

A male mosquito’s proboscis – its elongated feeding-tube mouth – is not able to pierce skin, unlike a female mosquito’s proboscis. But that might not be the only reason they drink blood.