Asian Tiger Mosquito (Aedes albopictus)
Henrico County’s #1 nuisance mosquito is the Asian Tiger mosquito. It invaded Virginia in 1991 from tropical and subtropical areas of Southeast Asia, and is one of Henrico County’s most abundant non-native insects. This mosquito is characterized by its black and white striped legs, white racing stripe, and small body. This mosquito has become a significant pest due to its aggressive biting behavior and close proximity to human development.
Mosquito Life Cycle
All mosquito species are unique. Some species never bite people but they prefer birds or amphibians. Certain species feed during the daytime, while others feed at night. Regardless of their differences, all mosquito species have a similar life cycle that is dependent on water.
Life Cycle Stages
- Adult: Female mosquitoes lay their eggs in, on, or around water.
- Eggs: After a period of saturation, eggs hatch into the water as larvae.
- Larvae: They feed and molt 4 times before pupating.
- Pupae: After a 2-day developmental period, in which they do not feed, the adult emerges.
Request a Free Mosquito Inspection
County residents are encouraged to contact the mosquito team if they are experiencing mosquito problems. A complimentary mosquito inspection will be conducted on residential or commercial properties to help find the source of mosquito annoyance.
Please call 804-226-NILE (6453) to request a free mosquito inspection of your property. Requests for mosquito inspections are responded to within five working days and residents do not need to be present. An inspector will gladly contact you to discuss our findings and provide you with a checklist of potential mosquito breeding sites on your property.
