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Definition of Aedes albopictus
1. Noun. Striped native of Japan thriving in southwestern and midwestern United States and spreading to the Caribbean; potential carrier of serious diseases.
Exact synonyms: Asian Tiger Mosquito
Generic synonyms: Mosquito
Group relationships: Aedes, Genus Aedes
Generic synonyms: Mosquito
Group relationships: Aedes, Genus Aedes
Medical Definition of Aedes albopictus
1. A species that is an important vector of dengue viruses widespread in the Pacific basin. (05 Mar 2000)