Anopheles mosquito: The anopheles mosquito genus

The anopheles mosquito genus is a genus of mosquitoes in the family Culicidae that includes more than 450 species of mosquito. Anopheles mosquitoes are best known as the carriers of the infectious diseases malaria and lymphatic filariasis. Malaria is responsible for more than 600,000 deaths every year. Anopheles mosquitoes are found across the globe, except in Antarctica. Anopheles mosquitoes are the vectors of Plasmodium, the etiological agent of malaria. In addition, Anopheles funestus and Anopheles gambiae are the main vectors of the O’nyong-nyong virus. However, research on the viruses carried by Anopheles is ... Anopheles, the mosquitoes that spread malaria, like to lay their eggs in marshy areas or near the banks of shallow creeks and streams. Adult, female mosquitoes lay eggs one at a time directly on water. Common Name: Anopheles mosquito Scientific Name: Anopheles culicifacies, An. stephensi Pest Description: Anopheles mosquitoes have discrete blocks of black and white scales on the wings. Adult females can survive up to 1 month. Risk: Anopheles mosquitoes are known to transmit malaria. Anopheles culicifacies is responsible for transmission of 60-70% malaria in India. Behaviour: Adult Anopheles can also be identified by their typical resting position: they rest with their abdomens sticking up ...