The hair acts as a barrier against mosquitoes and makes it difficult for their proboscis to reach human skin. Therefore, the hair of the hands, feet, and face of adult males is less susceptible to their bites, unlike women.

The hair acts as a barrier against mosquitoes and makes it difficult for their proboscis to reach human skin. Therefore, the hair of the hands, feet, and face of adult males is less susceptible to their bites, unlike women.