About outbreaks spread by mosquitoes
Aedes albopictus
- These mosquitoes live tropical, subtropical, and temperate climates, but can live in a broader temperature range and at cooler temperatures than Ae. aegypti.
- Because these mosquitoes feed on animals as well as people, they are less likely to spread viruses like Zika, dengue, chikungunya and other viruses.
The start of mosquito season is also the time to start using mosquito control methods like sprays, making sure window and door screens are secure.
About outbreaks spread by mosquitoes
- – Many areas in the United States have the type of mosquitoes that can become infected with and spread Zika, chikungunya, and dengue viruses.
- – Recent outbreaks in the United States of chikungunya and dengue, which are spread by the same type of mosquito, have been relatively small and limited to a small area.
- – Areas with past outbreaks of chikungunya and dengue are considered at higher risk for Zika. These include US territories like Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Guam. Local outbreaks have also been reported in parts of Hawaii, Florida, and Texas.
- – Ae. aegypti or Ae. albopictus mosquitoes can cause an outbreak, if all of the following happens: