Common House Mosquito vs Asian Tiger Mosquito
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common House Mosquito | Asian Tiger Mosquito |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Culex pipiens | Aedes albopictus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Culicidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide temperate regions | Southeast Asia, Americas, Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common House Mosquito
A ubiquitous pale brown mosquito found in urban and suburban environments. It is the primary vector of West Nile virus in temperate regions.
Did You Know?
Underground populations in the London Tube have evolved into a distinct biting form called Culex pipiens molestus.
Asian Tiger Mosquito
A striking black mosquito with a single white stripe down the thorax and banded legs. It is a highly invasive species spreading rapidly worldwide.
Did You Know?
It spread globally through the used tire trade, breeding in water collected inside tires.