Aedes annulipes

Aedes annulipes
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Diptera
Family: Culicidae
Genus: Aedes
Subgenus: Ochlerotatus
Species:
A. annulipes
Binomial name
Aedes annulipes
(Meigen, 1830)

Aedes annulipes is a mosquito species in the genus Aedes, subgenus Ochlerotatus. This medium-sized mosquito, measuring approximately 6–7 mm in length, is distinguishable by the broad white rings on its legs. It has a western Palaearctic distribution and is widespread across the European continent, commonly inhabiting meadows and forested areas. Unlike some well-known Aedes species, such as Aedes aegypti or Aedes albopictus, Aedes annulipes is not a significant vector for major diseases like dengue, Zika, or chikungunya.


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