According to the Florida Department of Health, there are over 80 different species of mosquitoes known to occur in Florida, many of which can transmit diseases to humans and animals.
You could put on mosquito repellant, but if that doesn't seem to be working, scientists say the color of your clothes could be the problem. , those annoying mosquitoes are more attracted to people who wear red, orange or black clothes. Scientists say if you’re looking to keep them away, you should probably stick with the colors green, purple, blue or white and also be sure to cover up your skin.
, a professor of biology at the university. "When they smell specific compounds, like CO2 from our breath, that scent stimulates the eyes to scan for specific colors and other visual patterns, which are associated with a potential host, and head to them."
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