Culex pipiens

ریشه

From Latin 'culex' meaning 'gnat' or 'mosquito' and 'pipiens' meaning 'piping' or 'whistling'.

مثال

• Culex pipiens is a widespread mosquito species found in temperate regions.
• The female Culex pipiens mosquito feeds on the blood of birds and mammals.
• Culex pipiens is a known vector for diseases such as West Nile virus and encephalitis.