Aedes punctor
Species of mosquito
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Aedes punctor is a species of mosquito belonging to the genus Aedes. It is commonly known as the woodland mosquito or the punctor mosquito.[1]
| Aedes punctor | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Clade: | Pancrustacea |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Diptera |
| Family: | Culicidae |
| Genus: | Aedes |
| Subgenus: | Ochlerotatus |
| Species: | A. punctor |
| Binomial name | |
| Aedes punctor (Kirby, 1837) | |
Description
Aedes punctor, like other Aedes species, has distinctive black and white markings on its body and legs.[1] It is a daytime biter, with peak biting periods occurring early in the morning and in the evening before dusk.
Distribution
This species is typically associated with woodland areas, hence its common name. It is widely distributed across temperate regions, including parts of Europe and North America.[2]
Medical importance
Aedes punctor has been identified as a potential vector for certain arboviruses. Research has shown that it can transmit Batai virus,[3][4] which is known to cause mild febrile illness in humans.
