Aedes taeniorhynchus (Wiedemann 1821)

Aedes (Ochlerotatus) taeniorhynchus (Wiedemann)

This is a widely distributed species, occurring from Massachusetts to Brazil and California to Peru, and throughout the Antilles and Galapagos Islands. The larvae are usually found in salt marshes although they may occur in adjacent freshwater pools, and they may be found far inland where there are brackish pools. Very large populations may build up on the seacoast under conditions of high tide and heavy rains and the adults fly considerable distances from their breeding places. They are persistent biters, feeding at any time of the day out of doors. Aedes taeniorhynchus is one of the major pest species in coastal areas.

DOMINICA RECORD. —Cabrits Swamp, 23 February 1965, light trap (Wirth) 8 ♀ .