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Culex quinquefasciatus

Definition: Culex quinquefasciatus, commonly known as the Southern house mosquito, is a species of mosquito found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is known to transmit various diseases to humans, including lymphatic filariasis and West Nile Virus.

Noun: The culex quinquefasciatus is a highly adaptive mosquito species found in numerous countries.

Adjective: The culex quinquefasciatus larvae thrive in stagnant water sources.

Sample Sentences:

• The culex quinquefasciatus is often a nuisance in warm, humid areas.
• Be sure to apply insect repellent to avoid getting bitten by culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes.
• We need to eliminate any standing water around our houses to prevent culex quinquefasciatus breeding.

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