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How many people do mosquitoes kill every year?

Q: How many people do mosquitoes kill every year?

700,000 people per year (700,000). The deadliest animal on Earth by a mile. Sharks kill about six. Source: WHO

700,000

people per year

The deadliest animal on Earth by a mile. Sharks kill about six.SOURCEWHO

Scale check: 700,000 is roughly Wembley, full, plus a bit.

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