Although we have been associated with mosquitoes for a long time mainly with them Extremely tender smellthe latest discoveries of scientists show that their The eyesight also plays a huge role in locating the victims. More precisely – their color preferences. Research conducted by the team of prof. Jeffreya Riffella from the University of Washington has shown that female mosquito females Aedes Aegypti – responsible for moving such diseases as Dgega or Zika virus – after feeling the smell of carbon dioxide become extremely sensitive to specific colors.
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In experimental conditions, scientists noticed that mosquitoes after detecting carbon dioxide intensively reacted to specific colors that remind them of … human skin. Here are the colors that were considered the most attractive for these insects:
- red
- orange
- black
- cyan (light blue shade)
Why these colors? Human skin, regardless of complexion, emits radiation in the range of waves characteristic of red and orange. That is why the mosquitoes “see” us as particularly interesting objects when we wear clothes in these shades.
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If you want to reduce the risk of bites, you should think about the summer wardrobe. Instead of bright and dark colors, put on:
- white and beige – they are neutral and less visible to mosquitoes,
- Pastels – delicate colors such as light pink, mint or blue also seem less attractive to insects,
- Smooth fabric clothes – avoid Lace and nets through which insects easier get into the skin.
To effectively minimize the risk of bite:
- Remember about the mesh in the windows and mosquito nets on the bed,
- use the DEET-based repellents, icaridine of the essential oil,
- Avoid red, orange, black and cyanine clothes,
- Put on long sleeves and legs, especially at dusk.
Although the color of clothing matters, Mosquitoes need an additional stimulus to start looking for a target. This stimulus is carbon dioxide, which we breathe with each breath. As soon as they sense it, their eyes are “focused” in the search for certain colors. Only then the colors become a signpost for them.
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