240 Mosquitos can Fit into 1 Cubic Centimeter

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The discussion revolves around the packing of mosquitoes for shipping purposes, particularly in the context of disease prevention. Participants explore the implications of fitting a large number of mosquitoes into a small volume, as well as the associated health risks and experiences related to mosquitoes and their diseases.

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  • One participant calculates that 240 mosquitoes can fit into 1 cubic centimeter, equating to 4.16 cubic millimeters per mosquito, and mentions the context of shipping mosquitoes for disease prevention.
  • Another participant humorously suggests that the mosquitoes being discussed are specifically "Sea Mosquitoes."
  • A participant comments on the transmission of diseases by mosquitoes, noting that they often acquire diseases from carriers, which may include the mentioned Sea Mosquitoes.
  • One participant shares personal experiences related to military service and the challenges of dealing with mosquitoes and associated diseases, while reflecting on the efficiency of mosquito packing.

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There is no clear consensus among participants, as some engage in light-hearted banter while others focus on the serious implications of mosquito-borne diseases. Multiple competing views and humorous exchanges remain present throughout the discussion.

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The discussion includes anecdotal references and personal experiences, which may not directly relate to the technical aspects of mosquito packing and disease transmission. Some assumptions about the types of mosquitoes and their behaviors are not fully explored.

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Individuals interested in entomology, public health, military experiences related to disease prevention, or those curious about the logistics of shipping live organisms may find this discussion relevant.

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and survive for 24 hours.
That would be 4.16 cubic millimeters per mosquito!

These findings are due to testing of packing methods for shipping mosquitos around for disease prevention (like malaria which is mosquito transmitted.
 
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They fit em all in by only using Sea Mosquitoes.

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@Dave They tend to get their diseases from Carriers, which those Sea Mosquitoes were prone to head for when sighted...
 
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Steelwolf said:
@Dave They tend to get their diseases from Carriers, which those Sea Mosquitoes were prone to head for when sighted...
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Well played, sir. Well played.
 
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All kinds of nasty diseases: Shingles (with stuff on em), Swabbies, Airdales and worst of all, Brass of all stripes.

Personally I served on a bubble-boat babysitter (Sub tender, USS Proteus AS-19, now scrap) and so stayed in port most of the time. Due to the types of work I did, aside from Damage Control Team was welder, asbestos removal and various radiation work. So while I have to deal with problems resulting from a munched spine, Via the Navy, as a benefit: I do not need a nightlight!

While we learned how to pack tight, I do not think I can compete with the Mosquito as far as light baggage or personal space needed!

Thank You Dave!
 
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