The risk of dengue increases after the rainy season. Dengue cases are increasing rapidly in many states of India and if proper preventive measures are not taken in time, the disease can spread rapidly and affect a large section of the population. One of the key preventive measures is to identify the presence of the mosquito that spreads dengue, the Aedes mosquito.
Identification of the Aedes mosquito (which spreads dengue fever) is essential to control the disease and prevent its transmission. These mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, are responsible for spreading dengue virus and are also notorious for spreading other diseases like chikungunya, Zika and yellow fever. Today we will tell you 5 easy ways to identify dengue mosquito and some easy ways to prevent dengue.
1. Size and shape
Aedes mosquitoes are small and black, about 4–7 millimeters long. Their body is slim and their legs are long. These mosquitoes look like other mosquitoes, but they can be identified by some special signs.
2. Black and white stripes
Aedes mosquitoes are commonly recognized by their black and white stripes. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have white stripes on their legs and a harp-shaped white mark on their upper body (thorax). These marks distinguish them from other mosquitoes. Aedes albopictus (also known as the Asian tiger mosquito) also has white stripes on its body, especially a white line on its back.
3. Habit of biting during the day
Aedes mosquitoes bite during the day, especially in the early morning and late evening. These mosquitoes mostly bite humans and are found more in urban and semi-urban areas.
4. Reproduction in stagnant water
Dengue mosquitoes breed in clean and stagnant water. They thrive in places like flowerpots, old tyres, buckets, water tanks and garbage. These mosquitoes can lay eggs even in very little water, so it is important to keep even small places where water collects clean.
5. Relaxed Posture:
When Aedes mosquitoes sit, the upper part of their body is slightly raised above the ground, that is, these mosquitoes do not sit straight like other mosquitoes but sit slightly bent.
how to protect yourself
Do not allow water to accumulate around the house and maintain cleanliness. Use mosquito nets and mosquito repellent products. Wear light colored clothes and keep your body covered. Keep yourself and your family safe by following these simple steps to prevent dengue.
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