What is another word for yellow-fever mosquito?
Pronunciation: [jˈɛlə͡ʊfˈiːvə məskˈiːtə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The yellow-fever mosquito is also known as Aedes aegypti, the dengue mosquito, the Aedes mosquito, the dengue fever mosquito, or simply the yellow mosquito. This species of mosquito is known for transmitting dangerous diseases like dengue fever, yellow fever, Zika virus, and chikungunya. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, especially in urban areas where it breeds in stagnant water sources like discarded tires, flowerpots, and rain gutters. Because of its ability to spread devastating diseases, controlling the populations of the yellow-fever mosquito is a top priority for public health authorities in affected areas.
