Mosquitoes Found in Iceland for the First Time: Consequence of Global Warming.

According to inkorr.com: Mosquitoes have been found in Iceland for the first time, having survived in natural conditions. This confirms scientists' predictions about climate changes and overall warming on the island. This was reported by

Glavkom

Entomologists recorded three mosquitoes on October 16 in the municipality of Kjosargrppur in the northwest of the country. The find became possible thanks to participants of a local Facebook group dedicated to insects.

Climate Warming and New Species of Mosquitoes

After careful examination, the Icelandic Institute of Natural Sciences determined that this is the species Culiseta annulata, which is well adapted to low temperatures. Entomologist Mattias Alfredsson noted that these mosquitoes could remain in Iceland permanently.

Scientists do not rule out that the appearance of mosquitoes is related to overall climate warming: back in 2015, midges appeared in Iceland, serving as a warning of these changes.

One study published in the journal Nature describes the species of mosquitoes Aedes aegypti, which can sense the warmth of human skin from a distance of about 10 cm and determine its temperature. These insects navigate by detecting the smell of carbon dioxide and the humidity of the skin, allowing them to effectively 'hunt' humans even in challenging conditions.

Thus, the discovery of mosquitoes in Iceland indicates climate changes and warming on the island. Entomologists warn that these mosquitoes could pose a potential threat to the residents and biodiversity of this region.

The appearance of mosquitoes in Iceland is an important signal about how climate change impacts ecosystems that were once thought to be protected from such species. This could have long-term consequences for public health and natural habitats.