One of nature's most disliked creatures may very well unlock a breakthrough in disaster response. A multidisciplinary research team is recreating mosquito antennae to better study their sensitivity to ...

Embargoed: Not for Release Until 2:00 pm U.S. Eastern Time Wednesday, 04 June 2025. Even in the chaotic swarms where they reproduce, male mosquitoes possess a remarkable ability to pick up on the ...

For public release at 11 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8 a.m. U.S. Pacific Time) on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 A high-pitched buzzing sound in your ear is an unmistakable sign that a female mosquito is out on ...

A new mosquito "super-hybrid" is spreading across North America, and experts warn it's better at spreading West Nile Virus. Think of it like an invasive species, but with a dangerous new upgrade.

Getting rid of mosquitoes might sound like a dream come true—especially to those who’ve endured itchy bites or battled mosquito-borne diseases. But the idea of eradicating them entirely raises all ...

This story has been updated to correct the misspelled name of Lisa Couper. Warmer weather is lengthening the mosquito season in the United States, increasing populations of the pests and their ability ...