Entomologist warns of Alberta's longest mosquito season in decades
Wet spring conditions across the province have fueled a heavier-than-usual mosquito population that experts say could linger well into summer.
Why it matters
Heavier mosquito activity affects outdoor recreation, agriculture, and daily life for Albertans across the province this summer.
Alberta is experiencing what one entomologist describes as its worst and longest mosquito season in decades. Ken Fry said he was bitten dozens of times while golfing in central Alberta this week, calling the experience being "eaten alive."
Fry said the prolonged and heavy mosquito activity stems from wet conditions earlier in the season, which created ideal breeding grounds for the insects across much of the province.
He noted that the current outbreak stands out compared to recent years, with mosquito numbers and persistence not seen in a long time. Residents in central Alberta and beyond are reporting unusually high bite counts even during routine outdoor activities.
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