Iceland Says It Is No Longer Mosquito-Free

Iceland has announced that it is no longer mosquito-free after a common house mosquito was discovered in a garden near Reykjavik, the capital city. The discovery was made by bug enthusiast Bjorn Hjaltason using his "wine roping" method, which attracts insects with sugared wine. Three mosquitoes were found at the property, marking the first time they have been spotted in the wild of Iceland. Climate change and globalization are believed to be contributing factors to the rapid spread of mosquitoes in the country. The presence of these three mosquitoes is likely a recent arrival, but it is possible that they could establish themselves and produce a new population. This discovery highlights the impact of climate change on Icelandic ecosystems.

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