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Warming Climate Extends Mosquito Season, Scientists Seek New Controls
Original: Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat
Scientists are developing new methods to control mosquitoes as climate change lengthens mosquito season and expands the range of disease-carrying species. The mosquito kills more people than any other animal on earth, spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue, and longer warm seasons give the insects more time to transmit dangerous illnesses. Climate researchers warn the public health threat is growing.
Why now: Lengthening mosquito seasons driven by climate change are raising concern about the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
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- Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat · PBS News
It doesn't have sharp teeth or claws, but the mosquito kills more people than any other animal on earth. As the climate warms, mosquito season is lasting longer, giving them more time to spread dangerous diseases. Ben Tracy with Climate Central reports on why the insects are…
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