What is another word for culex?
Pronunciation: [kjˈʊlɛks] (IPA) 
Culex is a genus of mosquito that spreads diseases such as the West Nile virus and the Zika virus. Synonyms for the word culex include the common house mosquito, the Southern house mosquito, the southern mosquito, and the domestic mosquito. These mosquitoes are found all over the world, but are particularly prevalent in regions with warm, humid climates. They are attracted to stagnant water and are known to breed in pools, ponds, and other standing bodies of water. It is important to take measures such as removing stagnant water and wearing mosquito repellent when in areas where these mosquitoes are present to prevent the spread of diseases.
