Article 62N5M Scientists discover how mosquitoes can ‘sniff out’ humans

Scientists discover how mosquitoes can ‘sniff out’ humans

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Sascha Pare
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Unlike most animals, mosquitoes can pick up on odours via several different pathways, study suggests

Whether you opt for repellant, long sleeves or citronella coils, the dreaded drone of a mosquito always seems to find its way back to you.

Now researchers say they have found the mechanism behind the insect's ability to home in on humans.

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