Which Mosquitoes Have White Stripes?
WouterDuring the last few years, many American towns have been battling a new pest – the Asian Tiger mosquito. This mosquito has been largely successful in spreading to the United States due to the warm climate.
These mosquitoes are native to tropical Southeast Asia and are also known as forest mosquitoes. They are considered to be one of the most efficient vectors of diseases. These mosquitoes are capable of transmitting Dengue Fever and Zika virus. These insects also bite humans, mammals and birds. They are most common in the eastern part of the U.S. They are not found in swamps or retention ponds.
Aedes atlanticus is a medium sized mosquito that has a white stripe on the center of its thorax. Its legs are also striped with white. It usually breeds in low-lying woodland areas during summer.
These mosquitoes are known for their painful bite. They feed on other larvae and use their long, skinny siphons to filter water. They are also known for laying eggs in floating clusters. These eggs hatch in about a week. These mosquitoes are a common late summer pest. They can also transmit diseases such as West Nile virus. They are active during the day and are found in shaded areas. They are also found in flooded woodland pools.
This mosquito has black and white stripes on its body and legs. The dorsal part of its thorax is black with five white scales. It also has a single white stripe down the center of its head and back.
