Mosquitoes Reach Iceland for the First Time — Leaving Antarctica as the Only Mosquito-Free Continent. A Chilling Sign of a Warming Planet
For the first time in recorded history, mosquitoes have been found in Iceland, a milestone that leaves only Antarctica as the world’s last mosquito-free continent. The discovery shines a stark light on how a warming planet is reshaping even the most unlikely ecosystems. In mid-October 2025, amateur naturalist Björn Hjaltason noticed a strange insect trapped… Read More »
