JOURNAL ARTICLE

Scaly mosquitos.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2025, n. 203. P. 12 1 of 2

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

REGULARSIf you take a closer look at the legs of a mosquito, you'll see lots of tiny scales, as each leg is made up of microscales. Along with offering some physical protection, the scales also provide something called 'water-supporting force'. When you see an insect like a mosquito or a water strider standing on the surface of a pond, water-supporting force is what's keeping them topside. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2025/06, Issue 203, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:185210573
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