Culex Pipiens (Noun)
Meaning
Common house mosquito.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Culex pipiens, also known as the common house mosquito, is a significant vector of various diseases including West Nile virus and filariasis.
- The culex pipiens mosquito species is often found in urban and suburban areas where they can easily breed in standing water.
- Researchers have been studying the culex pipiens to understand its role in transmitting diseases to humans and animals.
- Culex pipiens mosquitoes are most active during the night and tend to rest in dark areas during the day.
- In many regions, culex pipiens is considered a nuisance pest due to its biting behavior and potential to spread diseases.