Every day we pull some stats from a survey and say have a chat about the findings. Today: Facts and common misconception about mosquitoes.
1 in 4 people are regularly bitten by insects, but nearly a third never wear any insect repellent.
22 per cent of Londoners believe mosquitoes can only bite exposed skin.
26 per cent of Londoners do not think mosquitoes are common in the UK.
18 per cent think mosquitoes are attracted to the smell of your blood.
There are actually 34 different species of mosquito in the UK, 18 of which can potentially transmit malaria.
Based on study of 2,000 people on behalf of incognito.
What do you think? Have you been plagued by mosquitoes during the summer? Do you take any steps to protect yourself from them? Post a comment below or on Twitter instead using #nsstatchat
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