Washino's Willow Mosquito (Aedes washinoi)

About Washino's Willow Mosquito (Aedes washinoi)

• Kingdom: Animals
• Phylum: Arthropods
• Class: Insects
• Order: Flies
• Family: Mosquitoes

Aedes washinoi, commonly known as Washino's willow mosquito, is a species of mosquito in the genus Aedes, family Culicidae. It belongs to the Aedes increpitus complex and was first described in 1992 by Lanzaro and Eldridge. Named after Robert K. Washino, a prominent entomologist, this species is primarily found in California and Oregon in the western United States. It breeds in woodland depressions filled with water, especially in areas with willow and cottonwood trees. Known for its aggressive day-biting behavior, A. washinoi can become a significant pest in large numbers, though it is not a major vector of human diseases.

Source: Wikipedia