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Basic profile of the different species of mosquitos that can be found in the UK.
A list of projects and surveys targeting mosquito species in the UK.
A survey for surveillance of UK native mosquito species and the detection of novel species in England.
False reports of possible Asian Tiger mosquitoes (Aedes albopictus) have been received by MEZE. This page outlines differences between this species and similar native species.
Explanation of the collecting, reporting, and identification of mosquitoes in the UK.
Monitoring the presence of invasive mosquitoes which can present a risk to public health, and taking measures when the eggs of invasive mosquitoes are found.
Chapter 8 of the HECC report examines how climate change may have an impact on ticks and tick-borne diseases, potentially changing associated public health risk.
UKHSA responds to incidents involving non-native or invasive vector species, as well as vector-borne diseases not usually found in the UK. Each incident presents novel vector-borne disease risks and requires entomological expertise to ensure a robust response.
This page contains information about species of mosquito which are imported to the UK through international travel and climate change.
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