nonanal

January 25, 2010

In case you were wondering what the substance in human blood that attracts mosquitoes is called.

And they found it — nonanal, a substance made by humans and birds that creates a powerful scent that Culex mosquitoes find irresistible.

posted by Deron Bauman in humans, insects, language, science | * | 2 comments

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Dave Vogt on January 25th, 2010 at 10:20 am

non anal.

Is this also what makes Bella irresistible to vampires?

Are vampires the mosquito version of The Fly?
Lex A on January 25th, 2010 at 8:31 pm

All I know is that I looked like Kelsey(?) in that photo Mike took during Clusterflock all summer long. If I could have worn a net as a dress I would have and may do next summer. Hopefully science can help me not dress in a net burka.

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