Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are taking over New Jersey.
The Asian Tiger Mosquitoes, originating from Asia, are able to transmit numerous diseases between its victims. Moreover, when the unrelenting mosquitoes bite their victims (which happens throughout the day unlike regular mosquitoes), Asian Tiger Mosquitoes will not let go.
"But few insects are as effective at spreading illness as the Asian tiger mosquito, say scientists. The pest can transmit more than 20 diseases." The diseases that it can carry include two types of encephalitis, dengue fever, West Nile fever, and yellow fever.
Asian Tiger Mosquitoes (Aedes albopictus) can be recognized by their signature white and black stripes on their bodies (thus the word "tiger" in its name). They attack all kinds of animals, including dogs, cats, and birds; so, even pets are not safe against the villainous beasts.
Unlike other mosquitoes, the Asian Tiger Mosquitoes feed on its prey throughout the day. Normal mosquitoes will only feed at dusk.
The Associate Professor of Entomology at Rutger University, Dina Fonseca notes that "part of the reason [Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are] called 'tiger' is also because it is very aggressive. You can try and swat it all you want, but once it's on you, it doesn't let go."
Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are able to spread throughout the world so quickly due to the globally warming climate, even though the eggs it lays can also survive through winter. "The Asian tiger mosquito is an extremely aggressive insect that has largely supplanted japonicus since 2008, especially in urban and suburban areas."
The best way to eliminate the pests is to make sure that water is not stagnant for 5 days or longer. The Asian tiger mosquito larvae will not emerge from pupae until 5 days after the eggs are laid.
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