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