The mosquitoes are native to South America and the Caribbean, and were found just last year in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. The Aedes scapularis is capable of transmitting yellow fever and Venezuelan equine encephalitis.
A news release from the Collier Mosquito Control District said the two species were recently found in traps maintained by district staff. The Aedes scapularis was found in a trap in the South Bayshore area.
Mosquitoes are a common pest in Southwest Florida. The Florida Department of Health has information on their website with tips for reducing their impact on your life.