Mar 25 2015
The tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus, draw more and more attention.
Native to Asia, it is invading all the continents, causing a considerable nuisance, and being able to transmit viruses responsible for such serious diseases as dengue or chikungunya.
In France, the tiger mosquito is now present in almost 20 departments, as well as the island of Reunion and Mayotte.
In 5 minutes, this animated film presents Aida, the tiger mosquito, which tells us its brief life, explains its life cycle, its reproduction, and how it transmits diseases.
Under a funny - yet scientifically accurate - angle, this film deals with the biology of the tiger mosquito, and gives recommendations to protect oneself.
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Study links European West Nile outbreaks to agriculture, urbanization, and bird migration