tiger mosquito

American  

noun

1. a large Asian mosquito, Aedes albopictus, introduced into the southern U.S., that is a vector of dengue and other infectious diseases.

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Etymology

Origin of tiger mosquito

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

The Asian tiger mosquito, aedes albopictus, which is thought to be the most invasive species of mosquito in the world, is now spreading across Europe from its southern European 'base camp'.

From BBC

County officials discovered the Asian tiger mosquito in El Monte, which raised alarm bells because of its ability to carry serious illnesses, including dengue and yellow fever in humans, and heartworm in dogs, according to the UC Riverside Center for Invasive Species Research.

From Los Angeles Times

The tiger mosquito is a known vector for many viruses including West Nile, chikungunya and dengue.

From Science Daily

One major health concern is the UK becoming more suitable for invasive species such as the Asian tiger mosquito, also known as Aedes albopictus.

From BBC

France first detected A. albopictus—also known as the Asian tiger mosquito—in 1999, but it died out, only becoming endemic after a new introduction in 2004.

From Science Magazine