Aedes aegypti - Yellow fever mosquito

about 5-7mm

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

I think it's a midge/mosquito. Hope Christine sees this, she knows a lot about them. Posted 5 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
  Lion
  
  Yes - mosquito for sure. It's Aedes aegypti. Posted 5 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    Thanks! Posted 5 years ago
  2. DebRich
    
    Lion
    
    Now I know how I got these big welts on my hands and ankles. This is a big one! Posted 5 years ago
  3. 1. DebRich
      
      Lion
      
      Thanks both of you. Posted 5 years ago
    2. 1. DebRich
        
        Lion
        
        Damn, not good. Posted 5 years ago
    3. Christine Young
      
      Lion
      
      Oh no!! This species is definitely a foe. Posted 5 years ago

The Yellow fever mosquito

The yellow fever mosquito is a mosquito that can spread dengue fever, chikungunya, and yellow fever viruses, and other diseases. The mosquito can be recognized by white markings on its legs and a marking in the form of a lyre on the thorax. The mosquito originated in Africa but is now found in tropical and subtropical regions throughout the world.

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Similar species: True Flies

Species identified by Christine Young