science Phys Org 2026-07-21

Invasive Plants Increase Mosquito Populations in Low-Income Urban Areas

A study found that invasive, nonnative plants, more prevalent in low-income neighborhoods of Baltimore and Washington D.C., contribute to higher mosquito populations, increasing disease risk for residents.

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