Also known as the Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus transmits the viruses that cause yellow fever, chikungunya, dengue fever, West Nile fever and eastern equine encephalitis. It also spreads the Zika virus as well as some roundworm parasites, such as dog heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis). Originally from Asia, it has settled in pockets around the world – for instance in Albania and Italy – and is considered the most invasive species of mosquito. It is very adaptable, breeding in both artificial and natural bodies of water.
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