Aedes albopictus Distribution, Abundance and Colonization in Lee County, Florida and its Effect on Aedes aegyptl -Two Additional Seasons

Abstract

A continuing oviposition surveillance program from Mar 1992 through August 1994 examined Aedes albopictus distribution. abundance, and colonization in Lee County. FL. as well as its effect on Ae. aegypti. Data of 15.5 months was combined with that of a 12 month period previously published and showed the strong propensity of Ae. albopictus for colonization of rural subtropical habitats. This species became the dominant container-inhabiting mosquito in rural regions and those bordering urban areas. Aedes aegypti populations were replaced by Ae. albopictus in rural habitats while the former species remained strong and coexisted with Ae. albopictus in urban habitats. Aedes albopictus was observed to move southward 15 km (9.25 mi) during a one year period.

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