Article #85160

Times of India

Times of India

Title Invasive plants may be boosting mosquito numbers in lower-income areas Source Times of India
Description Recent studies indicate that invasive trees in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods of Baltimore and Washington D.C. are contributing to a rise in mosquito populations. The nonnative leaves serve as an excellent nourishment source for mosquito larvae, promoting faster growth and larger size, which ultimately enhances their ability to transmit diseases. This finding underscores the significance of plant quality over quantity in managing mosquito outbreaks.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/invasive-plants-may-be-boosting-mosquito-numbers-in-lower-income-areas-showing-how-neighbourhood-vegetation-can-quietly-shape-public-health-risks/articleshow/132561854.cms Published At 2026-07-22 12:36:24 (5 days ago)
Created At 2026-07-22 13:07:07 Updated At 2026-07-22 13:07:07