Why do I get bitten by mosquitoes but others don’t? Here’s what a new study says

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA new study has found that skin bacteria and body odour are why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Researchers discovered that each mosquito species has distinct preferences for human scents.The study, published in the journal iScience, involved nearly 120 volunteers in Miami, Florida, where their skin scents, chemical makeup of odours, and skin bacteria were analysed. Findings showed that Aedes aegypti mosquitoes had a slight preference for male participants, while Aedes albopictus was attracted to specific scents such as ketones. Scientists believe that skin bacteria convert sweat and natural oils into odours detectable by mosquitoes, while researchers say the findings may help develop new types of mosquito repellents. In fullThe main reason you are a mosquito magnet but your friend isn’tMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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