Let me side-note you for a second: have you ever noticed that the UK mosquito seems to love buzzing right next to your ear? That’s not a coincidence. The sound is actually the sound of their wings beating, and they are often attracted to the carbon dioxide we exhale. Your head is a target zone for breathing.
It’s a terrible evolutionary strategy on their part, honestly. The buzzing is way more annoying than the bite itself. I’d rather have the itch than the 2 AM “wake-up call from the tiny demon in my room.” At least you can scratch an itch; you can't un-hear that high-pitched whine.
The Tiger Mosquito: The New Threat?
Now, don’t roll your eyes, but there’s been a lot of news about the Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) making its way to the UK. This is the mosquito that bites during the day—which is deeply un-British and rude. It’s also a vector for diseases like dengue and chikungunya.
However, breathe a sigh of relief. These are not established yet. They’ve been found at ports and in small pockets, but the UK’s climate and strict monitoring keep them at bay for now. The common British mosquito is still your main antagonist. And no, they don’t carry malaria here.
How To Identify A Mosquito Uk
