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The two biotypes of the mosquito species Culex pipiens s.s. (biotype pipiens and biotype molestus) differ in overwintering strategy.
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the Netherlands
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biotype pipiens, biotype molestus, Culex pipiens s.s., mosquitoes
What
The two biotypes of the mosquito species Culex pipiens s.s. (biotype pipiens and biotype molestus) differ in overwintering strategy.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:39:34 GMT · 7h 43m ago
Where
the Netherlands ·
Why
Flooded crawlspaces may provide sheltered development sites for biotype molestus in winter, and anthropogenic environments may influence the occurrence of Cx. pipiens s.s. biotypes and hybrids.
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This research indicates that human environments in the Netherlands may contribute to year-round activity of mosquito biotypes that feed on humans, potentially increasing public health concerns during winter months. This is particularly relevant as biotype molestus was more abundant in areas with high human population density and associated with flooded crawlspaces.
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