LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — LAS VEGAS — The sound that can turn a quiet night on the patio into pure annoyance is becoming more common in Las Vegas, and experts say as the city grows, so does its mosquito population.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is asking residents to fill out a survey by October so researchers can pinpoint mosquito hotspots and show state leaders where abatement may be needed.

"We've always had them but this specific species is so aggressive and spreading like wildfire... so I think that's why a lot of the community is being more responsive saying we aren't happy about it," said Louisa Messenger, UNLV Bug Lab director.

Messenger said the research team is working to collect data that can inform decision-making at higher governance levels.

"We're trying to collect some of

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