While mosquitos remain active year-round in tropical regions, their peak season occurs during the summer in other areas. The warmer temperatures expedite their life cycle, accelerating processes such as egg hatching, larval development, and pupation, ultimately resulting in a large population of adult mosquitos. Like most insects, mosquitos are ectothermic, which means that their body temperature is regulated by the environment around them. Consequently, the warm temperatures enhance their metabolism, increasing their activity and mobility.
Do only female mosquitos bite? YES! Female mosquitos rely on the proteins found in humans and other animal blood to develop and nourish their eggs. They use specialized mouthparts called proboscis to pierce the host’s skin and extract blood. Conversely, male mosquitos obtain the energy they need from feeding on plant nectar and other sugary substances. Although males do not possess a strong proboscis to pierce skin, they have bushy antennae that allow them to detect the pheromones released by female mosquitos.