Summer is the season when the world's deadliest animal thrives, but how can Californians protect themselves?

The Golden State is home to a number of deadly and territorial creatures such as rattlesnakes, bears and mountain lions. The mosquito is the world's deadliest animal, but it is more difficult to stay safe from than just avoiding their territory.

California is home to over 50 species of mosquitoes, the deadliest animal in the world. The tiny pest is found worldwide and thrives in humid weather, according to the California Department of Public Health.

The tiny, flying insects are more than just a nuisance as they spread diseases such as Chikungunya, Dengue, Malaria, St. Louis Encephalitis virus, West Nile virus and Zika.

"The mosquito kills more people than any other creature in t

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