TribunJogja.com – Every day, we all feel the discomfort of being bitten by mosquitoes. Starting from itching to burning.
Although we all know them as mosquitoes, they are actually a variety of species with different characteristics.
Knowing these different types of mosquitoes can always help us find the right treatment or give us a warning to keep our distance.
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Here are some types of mosquitoes that we can encounter:
1. Aedes
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This mosquito is commonly found in tropical climates and is the mosquito most famous for spreading disease.
Aedes mosquito bites can cause Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever, West Nile Virus, Chikungunya.
They are usually found in floodwaters, swamps, and in natural or man-made containers.
Although this species of mosquito is mostly found outdoors, they can easily enter residences at any time.
To avoid being bitten by mosquitoes, always carry anti-mosquito medication or anti-mosquito lotion.
If you detect early signs, you can try some home treatments for Chikungunya.
2. Anopheles
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They are commonly referred to as swamp mosquitoes, and this genus has over 460 different mosquito species.
They are the main malaria vector. Adult mosquitoes of this genus are always ready to prey on humans.
2023-09-08 15:15:34
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