Mosquito

Found near stagnant water, marshes, wetlands, and residential areas.

Adult females feed on the blood of vertebrates to produce eggs; both males and females feed on nectar and plant juices for energy.

Most active during dawn and dusk. Life cycle includes egg, larva, pupa, and adult stages, with the first three stages occurring in water.

Potential risks include transmission of diseases such as West Nile virus, Zika, and Malaria, along with itchy skin reactions. Benefits include serving as a food source for fish, birds, and other insects.