West Nile Virus
Encephalitis-type virus identified in Uganda (1937
About West Nile Virus
This virus, transmitted primarily by Culex mosquitoes, can cause West Nile fever or more severe encephalitis in humans and animals. In Middle Tennessee areas like Columbia and Franklin, standing water provides breeding grounds for these mosquitoes, increasing the risk of transmission during warmer months. Homeowners should eliminate stagnant water to help reduce mosquito populations and protect their families.
West Nile Virus (Encephalitis-type virus identified in Uganda (1937) is a mosquito commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Mosquitoes identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter West Nile Virus regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- West Nile Virus
- Scientific Name
- Encephalitis-type virus identified in Uganda (1937
- Category
- Mosquito
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
