If we perceive sound because of vibrations, why aren’t bugs/insects deterred by loud vehicles, construction sites, and other noises that are loud for humans?

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If we perceive sound because of vibrations, why aren’t bugs/insects deterred by loud vehicles, construction sites, and other noises that are loud for humans?

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Here’s a couple of articles on whether sound affects mosquitoes. 🙂

“Mosquitoes Don’t Like Skrillex, But Listening To His Music Isn’t Enough To Keep Them Away”
https://www.forbes.com/sites/evaamsen/2019/04/05/skrillex-music-is-not-enough-to-keep-you-safe-from-mosquitoes/?sh=e1a749234734

“Ultrasound mosquito repellents: Zapping the myth”
https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-20669080

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