Mosquito bites are a problem that bothers everyone. The summer season is coming, and mosquitoes become more active during this day. In such a situation, you must have often heard from some people that 'Why do mosquitoes bite me more?'. Or sometimes you feel that mosquitoes have a lot of enmity towards you, you are sitting and your friend is also sitting next to you, but mosquitoes like to bite you more than them, and at the same time, a swarm of mosquitoes hovers more around you. Actually, this is not a coincidence, but there are scientific reasons behind it. There are many factors that affect the choice of mosquitoes, such as body odor, blood group, temperature and even what you eat. Let us know how this 'like-dislike' of mosquitoes works and what the science behind it says.
Mosquitoes take the help of carbon dioxide (CO2) to find humans, that is, they feel what we exhale. People who emit more CO2, such as older people or those of taller stature, are more likely to be targeted by mosquitoes.
Mosquitoes can see humans from a distance of about 5 to 15 meters. They use their visuals to reach close to humans. When they reach very close to our body, they decide whether to bite the person or not by sensing the body heat.
The smell emanating from our skin also attracts mosquitoes. Chemicals like lactic acid, uric acid and ammonia present in sweat act as an 'invitation' for mosquitoes. The smell of every person's skin is different, which depends on genes and bacteria. That is why mosquitoes prefer to bite those whose body smells more.
Many studies show that mosquitoes bite people with 'O' blood group more often, while mosquitoes prefer people with 'A' blood group less. This is because mosquitoes recognize the chemicals present in some blood groups more.
Mosquitoes are attracted to bodies with high temperatures. Mosquitoes prefer to bite people who have high temperatures or who sweat a lot. This is the reason why mosquitoes bite more in summers or after exercise. The moisture and smell that comes out with sweat attracts mosquitoes. Although this does not completely decide whether mosquitoes will bite you or not, but it is definitely a major reason.
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