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Asian Tiger Mosquito
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Until the arrival of the Asian tiger mosquito, there were no native mosquitoes that could transmit dengue fever in North America. The presence of this insect vector could have a serious impact on human health. Which of the following is another likely consequence of the introduction of the Asian tiger mosquito?
  1. Trout, bass, and other fish benefit by feeding on the larvae.

  2. Horses contract African sleeping sickness by being bitten by infected mosquitoes.

  3. Populations of native birds, such as bald eagles, are severely reduced by West Nile virus.

  4. Restrictions are placed on international trade in used tires.

 

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