Science Take-Out® Mosquito Invasion

Why are invasive mosquitoes spreading and causing diseases?

• Available as a single kit with materials for one student or group
• Unassembled ten-pack for additional savings
• No additional equipment needed

A man and his dog are both infected with heartworm, a disease that is caused by a worm carried by mosquitoes. Explore how an invasive species of mosquito combined with climate change can lead to an increase in heartworm and other diseases carried by mosquitoes.