Mosquitoes, Rats, Cats, & People (IMAGE) Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Caption Asian Tiger mosquitoes were the most abundant (73.1 percent) mosquito species. Brown rats were their major blood meal source, with people and feral cats tied for second place. Credit CDC, Chriss Haight Pagani, and Chuck Patch Usage Restrictions To promote this press release. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.