The Brief
- The invasive species was discovered in Livermore earlier this month.
- This type of mosquito is aggressive during the daytime and tends to target ankles.
- The Aedes aegypti mosquito can transmit dengue, Zika and yellow fever.
LIVERMORE, Calif. – An invasive species of mosquito was discovered in Alameda County earlier this month. Officials say the Aedes aegypti mosquitoes were found in Livermore on August 8 and that they can transmit dengue, Zika and yellow fever.
Invasive species
What we know:
The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District confirmed the mosquitoes’ presence, saying this marks the first detection of the species in the city. The district issued a news release about the mosquitoes on Monday and said they are working with city officials and volunteer groups to inform residents and to inspect properties.
District staff are going door-to-door in two detection zones to inspect and treat potential mosquito breeding sites. They are also conducting what they call “intensive follow-up trappings.” …