Belgian < i > Culex pipiens pipiens < /i > are competent vectors for West Nile virus while < i > Culex modestus < /i > are competent vectors for Usutu virus

Conclusions/SignificanceThis is the first report that BelgianCulex mosquitoes can transmit both WNV and USUV, forewarning the risk of human transmission. More research is needed to understand the potential influence ofWolbachia on arbovirus transmission inCulex modestus mosquitoes.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Source Type: research