Why are Mosquitos So Obsessed with Me? 

I'm a mosquito magnet

certainly no scientifically proven answer, but I feel like I was one as a kid and it isn't the case anymore

I am a mosquito magnet (( When I'm in the forest, I can't hear any bird because of their squeak... But I like biology more than chemistry) Thanks for interesting video! 🤩

Mosquitos like me but I'm not a magnet.

Absolutely. Without question. As is my daughter.

It's so true

I tried *multiple locations on multiple days* and nothing. I even went camping for four days and made portable versions of the traps and still nothing. Not a one! Just gonna yell about mosquito experiments every time I'm in the woods now.

@@AlexDainisPhD You forgot a crucial ingredient for those traps: yourself! 😂

@@ACSReactions The most effective mosquito repellant is four jars of dry ice in four purple paper bags, one with DEET, one with Citronella and one with Eucalyptus.

Very often it seems the comment section is even more valuable than the video.

...silver lining to every cloud... I guess? 🤷🏻‍♂️😂

now that's a reason for "physical violence against females" I can get behind

when you landed 250 unique views in lpl channel and are starting to concoct automomus picking beasts

I asked chatGPT to write a LPL episode about opening a padlock using a 2m long mosquito with sawtooth proboscis and now I just need to put this whole internet thing down for a while.

Oh my life, what have we created???!! I'm sorry, I'm so sorry, I'll never dabble in evil sciences again. Well, at least for a week.

Mosley the Mozzie?! [Opening Scene: The Lockpicking Lawyer is standing in his workshop, surrounded by various locks and tools. He addresses the camera.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Welcome back, lock enthusiasts! Today, we have an intriguing challenge ahead of us. I received a message from a viewer who asked if it's possible to open a padlock using a rather unconventional tool-a 2-meter long mosquito with a sawtooth proboscis. Now, as always, I strongly advise against using any unauthorized methods to open locks. But since this request piqued my curiosity, I've decided to investigate. Let's see if we can find a solution that stays within the realm of legality. [The Lockpicking Lawyer picks up a padlock and examines it closely.] Lockpicking Lawyer: This here is a standard padlock, nothing too special. It features a shrouded shackle and a traditional pin tumbler mechanism. Our task is to bypass the lock without using any destructive methods. So, without further ado, let's bring in our trusty mosquito companion! [Cut to a close-up shot of a mosquito (computer-generated imagery) with an elongated proboscis, equipped with tiny saw-like teeth.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Meet Mosley, our special mosquito friend with a sawtooth proboscis. Now, using a mosquito for lock picking is highly unconventional and not something I endorse, but we'll examine the principles at play here. [The Lockpicking Lawyer places the padlock in a vise to keep it steady.] Lockpicking Lawyer: The first challenge is getting Mosley into the lock. Now, this padlock is designed to prevent unauthorized access, so its keyway is relatively small. However, Mosley's proboscis is incredibly slim and flexible, which might give us an advantage. [The Lockpicking Lawyer carefully maneuvers Mosley towards the keyway of the padlock.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Patience is key here. It's important to align the proboscis with the pins inside the lock cylinder. If we can mimic the action of traditional lock picking, there's a chance Mosley's proboscis can engage the pins and manipulate them. [The camera zooms in to show a detailed shot of Mosley's proboscis gently maneuvering inside the lock.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Mosley is delicately moving its proboscis inside the lock, attempting to reach the pins. The goal is to apply slight pressure to the pins, just like we would with a traditional lock pick, in order to set them into the correct position. [After a few moments, Mosley manages to manipulate the pins successfully.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Incredible! Against all odds, Mosley has successfully manipulated the pins inside the lock! Now, let's see if we can turn the plug and unlock this padlock. [The Lockpicking Lawyer carefully rotates the padlock's plug using a tool.] Lockpicking Lawyer: With the pins set, we now need to rotate the plug. Remember, this process requires precision and finesse to avoid damaging the lock. [The padlock's shackle pops open, indicating that it has been successfully picked.] Lockpicking Lawyer: And just like that, Mosley, the extraordinary mosquito, has unlocked our padlock! While this experiment was fascinating, I cannot emphasize enough that using a mosquito-or any living creature-for lock picking is unethical, impractical, and quite frankly, absurd. It's crucial to respect the boundaries of legality and engage in lock picking responsibly. [The Lockpicking Lawyer removes the padlock from the vise and holds it up to the camera.] Lockpicking Lawyer: Remember, folks, I'm here to educate and entertain, but always within the confines of the law. Lock picking is a skill that should be used responsibly, only in legal and ethical circumstances. So, until next time, stay curious and stay legal. Thanks for watching! [The Lockpicking Lawyer smiles at the camera as the scene fades out.]

Bats, the best solution is bats. They can eat tons of mosquitoes. Just built bat houses and make sure to attract as many non-mosquito insects for them to feed on when they are done eating all the mosquitoes.

You can use beautyberry plants to repel mosquitoes. The Callicarpenal in the plant is proven to work nearly as well as DEET. If you can extract it and then make mosquito repellent out of it, you will do great.

Thank you thank you. I'm glad I get to do it

Like they never come in a house...

To elaborate on this, people with severe immune reactions have whats called the Skeeter syndrome. As a sufferer myself (and also a magnet for them sadly), whats a minor itchy inconvenience for some is a plate sized, swollen, and mostly painful-itchy lump for us with skeeters.

@@LuLa_41 That's just another name for low metabolic function / hypothyroidism, as histamine rises then. Bringing my D levels up has helped with all my allergies.