West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus is a disease spread by mosquitoes. 

Unfortunately for the residents of Kings County, two of the most common mosquitoes in the area, Culex tarsalis and Culex pipiens (see images below),  are efficient transmitters of the virus.

For more information regarding WNV and other pathogens transmitted by mosquitoes, please use the following links:

A close-up of a mosquito feeding on human skin, showcasing its elongated proboscis and body structure.
Culex pipiens
The image is a close-up of a mosquito with labeled parts, highlighting features like the head and proboscis.
Culex tarsalis
The image illustrates the West Nile virus transmission cycle involving mosquitoes, birds as reservoirs, and incidental infections in humans and animals.
West Nile Virus Transmission Cycle
A close-up of a mosquito feeding on human skin, showcasing its elongated proboscis and body structure.
The image is a close-up of a mosquito with labeled parts, highlighting features like the head and proboscis.
The image illustrates the West Nile virus transmission cycle involving mosquitoes, birds as reservoirs, and incidental infections in humans and animals.