Aedes trivittatus (originally named Ochleratus trivittatus) is a species of mosquito in the genus Aedes commonly referred to as the plains floodwater mosquito. It is a known vector of trivittatus virus and is generally found East of the Rocky Mountains and in places in Mexico and Central America.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Plains Floodwater Mosquito being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera
- Family
- Culicidae
- Genus
- Aedes
- Species
- Aedes trivittatus
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