>Both these Aedes species of mosquitoes can be distinguished by the white stripes and spots on their bodies and legs.
>Both live and breed in urban environments.
>Both can be found indoor and outdoors but Aedes albopictus has a preference for outdoor environments.
>They prefer to rest in dark areas.
>The adults are believed to have a flight range of 100 to 200 meters, although some research has shown that they can fly significantly farther in search of suitable breeding sites.