Playing dubstep could protect against mosquitoes

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Dubstep music could help protect you from mosquitoes, according to researchers. A scientific study found that the best way to avoid bites from the pests is to listen to Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites, a track by Skrillex. Mosquitoes were “entertained” by the track and attacked hosts later and less often than those in a dubstep-free context.

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