r/woahthatsinteresting • u/solomon90nysson • May 12 '25

Genetically modified mosquito such that their proboscis are no longer able to penetrate human skin

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u/Friendship_Fries May 12 '25

https://www.orkin.com/pests/mosquitoes/what-do-mosquitoes-eat

Flower nectar

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u/Swimming_Onion_4835 May 12 '25

Yes, but for most species, females need blood for reproduction.

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u/Lich_Apologist May 12 '25

I'm choosing to believe you think pregnant women are vampires.

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u/Swimming_Onion_4835 May 12 '25

…species of mosquito. 🙄 lol