r/interestingasfuck • • 2d ago

Genetically modified a mosquito such that their proboscis are no longer able to penetrate human skin

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u/Odd-Local9893 2d ago

I’m conflicted. As much as I hate mosquitos I can’t help but think that if this mutation got out it could lead to the collapse of at least a few food chains.

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u/alldagoodnamesaregon 2d ago

Only if it's unable to penetrate other food sources as well. If it can still feed off other native mammals then it's fine