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World Malaria Day 2019: 6 things that attract mosquitoes

Written by Editorial Team | Published : April 25, 2019 10:02 AM IST

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Dark clothing: Dark colours can easily be located by mosquito’s vision. This way they locate their targets.

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Blood type: According to a study published in the Journal of Medical Entomology, people with O blood type are 83 per cent more likely to get bitten by mosquitoes than those with other blood groups.

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Pregnancy: The body temperature of a pregnant woman is always generally high, and more blood circulates through her body than the average person. This high temperature and blood attract mosquitoes.  Also Read - 9 Immune-Boosting Herbs for Respiratory Health

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Drinking alcohol: Consuming alcohol increases your body temperature and also makes your skin emit a chemical that attract mosquitoes.