parrot
Unicode: 1F99C
Description
A yellow and orange emoji depicting a mosquito, typically with slender legs, large eyes, and a prominent proboscis (mouthpart for biting).
Group:
Animals & Nature > animal-bird
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Often associated with annoyance, irritation, itchiness, discomfort, or danger related to insect bites and diseases.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 11.0 (2018), reflecting the increasing global awareness of mosquitoes as vectors for diseases like malaria, dengue, and Zika, as well as their common presence as an irritating pest.
Usage Examples
- Experiencing a mosquito bite: 'Got bitten again! 🦟 So itchy!'
- Complaining about summer pests: 'These mosquitoes are driving me crazy tonight. 🦟😠'
- Referring to mosquito-borne diseases: 'Remember to use repellent in areas with a high risk of malaria. 🦟'
- Humorously describing someone annoying: 'He's such a pest, like a little mosquito. 🦟'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Primarily represents the nuisance of mosquito bites, summer annoyances, or outdoor activities. Can also be used metaphorically for something small but annoying.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with irritation and public health concerns. May also be used humorously to describe someone being a 'blood-sucker' or a persistent pest.