π¦ Mosquito Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Mosquito
Short Name
:mosquito:
Unicode
U+1F99F
Unicode Version
11.0Release Year
2018
Category
Animals & NatureSubcategory
Animal BugPlatform Support
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Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings
Unicode

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SVG Code
<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <text x="64" y="64" font-size="96" text-anchor="middle" dominant-baseline="middle" font-family="serif" >π¦</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A stylized mosquito, depicted as a small, winged insect with a long, thin proboscis. It is typically shown in black and white or gray tones, with red or pink accents on its body or wings. Represents the mosquito as a common insect, often associated with annoyance, disease transmission, and summer activities. Part of the Animals & Nature category, specifically within the animal-bug subcategory.
Common Uses
- Indicating the presence of mosquitoes: 'Ugh, the mosquitoes are out in full force tonight π¦'
- Expressing annoyance or discomfort: 'Got bitten by a mosquito again π¦'
- Referencing diseases transmitted by mosquitoes: 'Be careful of mosquito-borne illnesses π¦'
Example Sentences
- The campsite is beautiful, but the mosquitoes are relentless π¦
- I need to buy some mosquito repellent before the trip π¦
- Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance; they can carry diseases π¦