Both male and female mosquitoes are nectar feeders, but the females of many species are also capable of drinking blood from many mammals. Females do not require blood for their own survival, but they do need supplemental substances such as proteins and iron to develop eggs.
Have you ever wondered how much blood these pesky little creatures suck out of you when they bite? Here's a video that shows how much.
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(thanks Cora)
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