<i>Aedes albopictus</i> (IMAGE)

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

<i>Aedes albopictus</i>

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Tiger mosquitoes (Aedes albopictus) lay drought-resistant eggs that remain viable for months. They can breed in very small containers of water.

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