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Southeast Asian Malaria Mosquito

Anopheles dirus

About

A forest-dwelling mosquito with dark wings and a strong preference for biting humans. It is the primary malaria vector in forested areas of Southeast Asia. It breeds in small, shaded pools such as animal footprints and gem-mining pits in the jungle.

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Did You Know?

It bites early in the evening outdoors, making bed nets less effective against this species.