"Irish mosquitoes are typically found in wetlands, floodplains, coastal saltmarshes Ireland has as many as 21 species of mosquito present nationwide, but scientists say it's rare for them to bite humans here. A new scientific review has shown that while most Irish mosquitoes feed on birds and animals, there are ­specific places where they feed on ­humans. Drogheda has been ­identified as one such hotspot, as well as parts of Wicklow and Derry."
"A new scientific review has shown that while most Irish mosquitoes feed on birds and animals, there are ­specific places where they feed on ­humans. Drogheda has been ­identified as one such hotspot, as well as parts of Wicklow and Derry."
Up to 21 mosquito species occur across Ireland. Mosquitoes typically inhabit wetlands, floodplains, and coastal saltmarshes. Most species feed on birds and other animals. Biting of humans is uncommon nationwide. Specific locations show human-feeding behavior. Drogheda, parts of Wicklow, and Derry are identified as hotspots for human-biting mosquitoes. The presence of human-biting in localized areas suggests ecological or behavioral conditions that favor contact between mosquitoes and people. Monitoring of mosquito populations and localized public-health awareness can help manage risks in those hotspots.
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