Mosquitoes in Connecticut

The most prominent species of mosquitoes in Connecticut are the culex mosquito and the Asian tiger mosquito. Both bite. Both can transmit diseases. Both are incredibly annoying. Fortunately, both can be managed when you bring in Western Pest Services.

Culex mosquitoes can vary in color, typically appearing gray with white, silver, green, or iridescent blue scales. They have two wings, a set of antennae, slender bodies, and long legs. Culex mosquitoes are usually about 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch in length, although their body size can slightly differ depending on how recently they’ve fed. Individually, mosquitoes are very difficult to spot as they fly because of their small size and due to the fact that they are most active at dawn and dusk.

Asian tiger mosquitoes are black with silvery white markings. The best way to identify this species is by the single median silver-white stripe from its head down the center of its back, as well as its striped black and white legs. As with all mosquito species, the antennae of the males in comparison to female is noticeably bushier and contains auditory receptors to detect the characteristic buzz of the female.

Common house mosquitoes are most commonly found in warm and wet environments. These hospitable conditions are ideal for these pests to find hosts to feed on, as well as lay their eggs. Asian tiger mosquitoes are unique in that they typically feed during the daylight hours, unlike many other mosquito species, including the culex, that feed only at dusk and dawn. That makes mosquitoes an around-the-clock problem in Connecticut.