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Mosquitoes, the Culicidae, are a family of small flies consisting of 3,600 species. The word mosquito is Spanish and Portuguese for little fly. Mosquitoes ...
About mosquitoes, germs they spread, and preventing and treating mosquito bites. Information for professionals on surveillance, control, ...
Apr 3, 2024 · The slender, elongated body of the adult is covered with scales as are the veins of the wings. Mosquitoes are also characterized by long, ...
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Mosquitoes, the Culicidae, are a family of small flies consisting of 3,600 species. The word mosquito is Spanish and Portuguese for little fly. Mosquitoes have a slender segmented body, one pair of wings, three pairs of long hair-like legs, and... Wikipedia
Lifespan: 42 – 56 days (Female, Adult) and 10 days (Male, Adult)
Scientific name: Culicidae
Class: Insecta
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Order: Diptera

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