How is a mosquito born?

Mosquitoes are born through a fascinating life cycle that begins with the laying of eggs near water sources. Here's a breakdown:

The Mosquito Life Cycle

Blood Meal Required: First, a female mosquito must take a blood meal to get the necessary nutrients for egg development.
Egg Laying: According to the provided reference, after she obtains a blood meal, the female mosquito lays eggs directly on or near water, soil, and at the base of some plants in places that may fill with water. These eggs are strategically placed where there's a high chance they will be submerged when water levels rise, often in stagnant pools, ponds, or even containers filled with water.
Egg Resilience: The eggs of mosquitoes are surprisingly resilient and can survive dry conditions for several months. This is a survival mechanism that allows them to wait for suitable conditions (i.e., water) to hatch.

Hatching: When the eggs are submerged in water, they hatch, and a mosquito larva, also known as a "wiggler," emerges.
Aquatic Existence: This larval stage is entirely aquatic. The wriggler feeds on organic matter in the water and undergoes several molts as it grows.
Developing Features: During the larval stage, they begin developing the features of an adult mosquito.

Transformation: After the larval stage, the mosquito enters the pupal stage. The pupa, often referred to as a "tumbler," is a non-feeding stage during which significant transformation occurs.
Enclosed Development: The pupa is encased in a hard shell, and this is where the adult mosquito form is completed.

Emergence: Finally, an adult mosquito emerges from the pupal case.
Flying and Feeding: The adult mosquito flies away, now capable of reproduction and blood-feeding (in the case of females). The males typically feed on plant nectar and do not bite.
Cycle Begins Anew: The cycle begins again when a female mosquito takes a blood meal and lays eggs.