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Would this stop mosquitoes?

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This topic has 2 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated 7 years, 2 months ago by Paul Wagner.

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PostedFeb 21, 2019 at 3:55 pm

<div>We loved this story about how the stripes on zebras repel biting flies. Now if it will only work on mosquitoes, we’re ready to paint up!</div>
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<div>https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2019/02/21/scientists-just-solved-the-mystery-of-why-zebras-have-stripes-by-making-horses-wear-zebra-costumes/#76a0ddb05234</div>
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Dale Wambaugh BPL Member

PostedFeb 21, 2019 at 4:24 pm

Hmmm, opens a whole avenue of experimentation. Argyle? Checkerboard? Polka dot? Houndstooth? Tartan plaids?

Paul Wagner BPL Member

PostedFeb 21, 2019 at 6:15 pm

I think I know hikers who wear plaid. Now I know why.

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