Background Aedes albopictus is a highly invasive species and an important vector of
dengue and chikungunya viruses. Indigenous to Southeast Asia, Ae. albopictus has …

Abstract The Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus (Skuse), is a highly invasive container-
inhabiting species with a global distribution. This mosquito, similar to other Stegomyia …

This book assembles detailed information on the components of the invasive-species
problem from the USA, British Isles, Australia, South Africa, India and Brazil. Data provided …

Abstract Background Aedes (Stegomyia) albopictus (Skuse) is an important disease vector
and biting nuisance. During the 2009 active season, six∼ 1000‐parcel sites were studied …

Standard surveillance traps in North America for adult Aedes albopictus (Skuse)(Diptera:
Culicidae), an invasive mosquito with public health implications, are currently ineffective. We …

Abstract The Asian tiger mosquito Aedes albopictus Skuse is so called because of its black
and white patches which adorn its legs and body. It is well known throughout the World …

Aedes albopictus is a potential West Nile virus bridge vector in Northern Virginia; however,
information regarding its virus transmission dynamics is limited, as this species is not readily …

Dengue transmission in Australia is currently restricted to Queensland, where the vector
mosquito Aedes aegypti is established. Locally acquired infections have been reported only …

Background Within the last century, increases in human movement and globalization of
trade have facilitated the establishment of several highly invasive mosquito species in new …

Insects that feed on the blood of vertebrates are difficult to control, and many previous efforts
have been unsuccessful. This is becoming an ever increasing issue, not only in developing …