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Wisconsin Sees Uptick in Mosquitoes this Summer
If you feel like there are more mosquitoes every time you go outside — you may be right. The experts say there are quite a few more mosquitoes making life miserable for Wisconsin residents than last year at this time. They’re moving in from other states. The April snowfall and the heavy rains this summer have created a lot of standing water. It’s also warmer, making this part of the country more welcoming to the southern visitors. Scientists say there are about 60 different types of mosquitoes living in Wisconsin right now.