Aedes dorsalis

Ochlerotatus dorsalis is recognizable by its scutal markings and coloration that forms a dark brown median stripe that extends to the prescuttal stripes, which are lighter in color. The female has a proboscis which is covered in dark scales and the wing veins are predominately covered in light scales. The abdominal terga, tergites or sections of the abdomen, of the female have a white stripe running longitudinally and may not be present on all segments. Males are similarly colored but have smaller proboscis with larger setae surrounding it. Setae are bristly, hair-like structures that are used for protection in mosquitoes. Adults usually reach a length of around 16 mm and can weigh as much as 2.0 mg. This species displays sexual dimorphism in that females are typically larger than males. Larva are distinguished by short antennae, a siphon with 4 to 5 branches and a rounded anal papillae. The siphon is used for breathing air while the larvae are underwater.

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