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Invasive Mosquito Spotted in Idaho | Boise News
An invasive mosquito, the Aedes aegypti, has been spotted in Canyon County, Idaho — and experts are sounding the alarm. Though just one was caught in July, officials are treating it as a potential threat, deploying traps and treatments to track its spread. These sneaky bugs thrive in small water-filled containers, hitch rides via vehicles or shipments, and can survive Idaho’s winters — possibly hiding in storm drains. They bite day or night and love indoor spaces, making early detection critical. With warmer temps and urban habitats, this could be more than a one-time visitor — it might be…
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