Asian tiger mosquito

Tropical and subtropical areas, often found in urban environments near standing water such as containers, flowerpots, and tires.

Adult females feed on the blood of humans, mammals, and birds for egg production; both males and females feed on plant nectar for energy.

Diurnal (day-active) feeders that are aggressive biters. They follow a life cycle of egg, larva, pupa, and adult, often laying eggs just above the water line in artificial or natural containers.

A major public health risk as a vector for various viral diseases including Dengue fever, Zika virus, Chikungunya, and West Nile virus. They provide no significant benefit to the ecosystem and are considered a highly invasive species.