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Mosquitos are deadly & climate change is increasing the habitable areas for these flying insects.

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The World Mosquito Program— a generally reputable source on the subject— explains that climate change is, in fact, increasing not only the "geographical range" of mosquitoes, but also extending the "mosquito season," as extreme climate patterns bolster the insect population's ability to breed in favorable conditions.

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When citing a source it is importantly to be confident in it as the researcher. Using the term “generally reputable” suggests that it may not be credible. Upon further research into the source used to support this claim, I feel as though they just restate the claim and an example of HOW the mosquito season is extended due to climate change would be supportive.

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