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.
Similar species: True Flies
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Uploaded Jan 11, 2023. Captured May 9, 2022 08:36 in VJQ2+CG Boléko, Gabon.