Common House Mosquito

Stagnant water sources, urban environments, and damp sheltered areas.

Adults feed on flower nectar and plant juices; females require blood meals for egg production.

Primarily active during dawn and dusk; undergoes complete metamorphosis from egg to adult in standing water.

Potential vector for diseases such as West Nile virus and encephalitis; serves as a food source for birds, bats, and aquatic life.