This Backyard Mosquito Might Carry Zika, Too

This Backyard Mosquito Might Carry Zika, Too

A common backyard mosquito can be infected with the Zika virus and it may pass the virus along in its eggs, researchers reported Friday.

The findings add to worries that the Asian tiger mosquito, scientifically known as Aedes albopictus, could help spread the virus as mosquito season hits temperate regions of the world.



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