Iceland reports the presence of mosquitoes for the first time, as climate warms
Summary
Iceland has found mosquitoes within its borders for the first time ever. The discovery is likely due to climate change and an increase in international transportation.Key Facts
- Iceland found mosquitoes, specifically Culiseta annulata, for the first time in its history.
- The Icelandic Institute of Natural History confirmed these mosquitoes likely arrived by freight.
- The insects were discovered by an enthusiast on a farm near Reykjavík.
- Climate change and international travel may be causing new species to appear in Iceland.
- The Arctic, including Iceland, is warming more than twice as fast as the global average.
- Culiseta annulata mosquitoes are found in Europe and can survive in cold climates.
- These mosquitoes do not carry known infections in the areas where they are found.
- Antarctica remains the only place in the world believed to have no mosquitoes.
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