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Mosquito Dragon

Join the adventures of Chris and Martin Kratt as they encounter incredible wild animals, combining science education with fun and adventure, while traveling to animal habitats around the globe. Ages: 6-8 Educational Goal: Science

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Mosquito Dragon

Season 3 Episode 4 | 26m 25s | CC

When the Wild Kratts crew gets walloped by mosquitoes in the Cypress Swamp, they go on an adventure to find out exactly why mosquitoes try and steal our blood in the first place! They learn that certain animals, including insects, have life cycles that are closely tied to their ecosystem.

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