U+1F99F • Animals & Nature
Mosquito Emoji
Meaning
A mosquito, a type of bloodsucking fly. Depicted as a brown or black mosquito on its six, long legs, with wings, long abdomen, and needle-like mouth. Variously shown from above or facing left.
May be used to represent various insects, other bugs and bug bites, and insect-borne diseases (e.g., malaria). May also be used for metaphorical pests.
Facebook’s mosquito features a red abdomen, as if filled with blood, while Google and WhatsApp’s designs also display a reddish hue in the abdomen.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F99F |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | mosquito |
| Shortcode | :mosquito: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-bug |
| Version | E11.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🦟 Mosquito emoji mean?
A mosquito, a type of bloodsucking fly. Depicted as a brown or black mosquito on its six, long legs, with wings, long abdomen, and needle-like mouth. Variously shown from above or facing left. May be used to represent various insects, other bugs and bug bites, and insect-borne diseases (e.g., malaria). May also be used for metaphorical pests. Facebook’s mosquito features a red abdomen, as if filled with blood, while Google and WhatsApp’s designs also display a reddish hue in the abdomen.
How do I copy the 🦟 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🦟) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Mosquito?
The Unicode for the Mosquito emoji is U+1F99F.
On which platforms can I use the 🦟 emoji?
You can use the Mosquito emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Mosquito Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🦟"
"I'm so relieved 🦟"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🦟"
Comments: "This is literally me 🦟"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🦟"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🦟💦 (emphasized relief)
🦟😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.