Introduction of Aedes albopictus into a La Crosse Virus—Enzootic Site in Illinois

In late summer and fall 1997, Aedes albopictus mosquitoes were found in Peoria, Illinois, a long recognized focus of La Crosse virus transmission. Larvae were found in tires and other artificial containers, biting adults were recovered, and eggs were collected in oviposition traps within a 25-ha are...

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Main Authors: Uriel Kitron, Jack Swanson, Michael Crandell, Patrick J. Sullivan, Justin Anderson, Robert Garro, Linn D. Haramis, Paul R. Grimstad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1998-12-01
Series:Emerging Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/4/4/98-0413_article