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#13154611
4 January 2026
Bloodberry (Rivina humilis), a tropical ornamental shrub bearing flower buds and bright red berries, is seen with Aedes mosquitoes resting on it in Tehatta, eastern West Bengal, on December 1, 2025.
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#13154613
4 January 2026
Bloodberry (Rivina humilis), a tropical ornamental shrub bearing flower buds and bright red berries, is seen with Aedes mosquitoes resting on it in Tehatta, eastern West Bengal, on December 1, 2025.
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#13154615
4 January 2026
Bloodberry (Rivina humilis), a tropical ornamental shrub bearing flower buds and bright red berries, is seen with Aedes mosquitoes resting on it in Tehatta, eastern West Bengal, on December 1, 2025.
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#13154625
4 January 2026
Bloodberry (Rivina humilis), a tropical ornamental shrub bearing flower buds and bright red berries, is seen with Aedes mosquitoes resting on it in Tehatta, eastern West Bengal, on December 1, 2025.
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#13154626
4 January 2026
Bloodberry (Rivina humilis), a tropical ornamental shrub bearing flower buds and bright red berries, is seen with Aedes mosquitoes resting on it in Tehatta, eastern West Bengal, on December 1, 2025.
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#12866112
16 October 2025
A mosquito (Culicidae) is seen in a garden in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on October 16, 2025.
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#12776334
20 September 2025
The Culex mosquito, or house mosquito, is a significant vector of West Nile virus, Japanese encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, filariasis, and avian malaria--diseases that affect humans, birds, and other animals. Known for feeding on human blood, a Culex mosquito was observed sitting on a mirror, with multiple reflections visible, inside a house in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on September 20, 2025.
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Indian Duskhawker Dragonfly - Gynacantha Dravida - Mosquito Killer -Animal India
29 July 2025
#12597896
29 July 2025
fully matured Gynacantha dravida, commonly known as the Indian duskhawker, rests on electric wires in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on July 27, 2025. This crepuscular dragonfly, belonging to the family Aeshnidae, is found in India and Sri Lanka. Known for its bright blue and green coloration developed later in life, it primarily feeds on mosquitoes and microlepidoptera, and typically shelters in dark thickets during the day. Attracted to artificial light sources, mature individuals are often seen near illuminated areas.
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Indian Duskhawker Dragonfly - Gynacantha Dravida - Mosquito Killer -Animal India
29 July 2025
#12597897
29 July 2025
fully matured Gynacantha dravida, commonly known as the Indian duskhawker, rests on electric wires in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on July 27, 2025. This crepuscular dragonfly, belonging to the family Aeshnidae, is found in India and Sri Lanka. Known for its bright blue and green coloration developed later in life, it primarily feeds on mosquitoes and microlepidoptera, and typically shelters in dark thickets during the day. Attracted to artificial light sources, mature individuals are often seen near illuminated areas.
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Indian Duskhawker Dragonfly - Gynacantha Dravida - Mosquito Killer -Animal India
29 July 2025
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29 July 2025
fully matured Gynacantha dravida, commonly known as the Indian duskhawker, rests on electric wires in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on July 27, 2025. This crepuscular dragonfly, belonging to the family Aeshnidae, is found in India and Sri Lanka. Known for its bright blue and green coloration developed later in life, it primarily feeds on mosquitoes and microlepidoptera, and typically shelters in dark thickets during the day. Attracted to artificial light sources, mature individuals are often seen near illuminated areas.
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#11826265
1 December 2024
A Culex mosquito, known for feeding on human blood, is observed sitting on a computer screen displaying a mosquito-themed wallpaper in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 29, 2024. Culex mosquitoes are significant vectors of various diseases affecting humans, birds, and animals.
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#11770511
12 November 2024
In Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 11, 2024, Culex mosquitoes were observed feeding on human blood and resting in various places around the house, such as on cable wires and the floor, during the night.
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#11770512
12 November 2024
In Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 11, 2024, Culex mosquitoes were observed feeding on human blood and resting in various places around the house, such as on cable wires and the floor, during the night.
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#11770515
12 November 2024
In Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 11, 2024, Culex mosquitoes were observed feeding on human blood and resting in various places around the house, such as on cable wires and the floor, during the night.
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#11770520
12 November 2024
In Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on November 11, 2024, Culex mosquitoes were observed feeding on human blood and resting in various places around the house, such as on cable wires and the floor, during the night.
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#10918389
16 January 2024
The Aedes Mosquito Is A Known Vector Of Several Viruses Including Yellow Fever Virus, Dengue Virus, Chikungunya Virus, And Zika Virus. Aedes Mosquitoes Begin Their Blood Meal From The Human Body In A Forest At Tehatta, West Bengal; India On 15/01/2024. Aedes Sp. Mosquitoes Are Active During The Daytime, Show Aggressive Human-biting Behavior, And Prefer To Live Near People And Animals To Bite. Only Fertilized Female Mosquitoes Will Suck Blood, Because They Need Proteins To Make Their Eggs Develop.
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