Culicinae

/kjuːlɪˈsɪniː/ noun

Definition

A subfamily of mosquitoes (Culicidae family) that includes the genus Culex and various non-malarial mosquitoes.

Etymology

Scientific Latin name derived from 'culex' plus the subfamily suffix '-inae,' used in taxonomic classification.

Kelly Says

Culicinae mosquitoes are actually responsible for some diseases like West Nile virus, but they're also used in labs for genetic research because they're hardy and easy to breed!

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