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Culex Mosquito - Disease Vector
The Culex mosquito, or house mosquito, is a significant vector of West Nile virus, Japanese encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, filariasis, and avian malaria--diseases that affect humans, birds, and other animals. Known for feeding on human blood, a Culex mosquito was observed sitting on a mirror, with multiple reflections visible, inside a house in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on September 20, 2025. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #12776334 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Health |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
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September 20
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