a genus or closely related group of mosquitoes found on all continents except Antarctica. These mosquitoes can carry a variety of diseases...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AedesHow Many Mosquito Species Are There?
Did you know there are more species of mosquitoes than there are dog breeds? It’s true - there are about 3,500 different mosquito species worldwide, while there are only about 200 different dog breeds. Luckily, not all mosquitoes are known to transmit diseases. Less than 3% of mosquitoes (about 90 species) are known to transmit disease. Additionally, less than 10% of mosquitoes are thought to be able to transmit disease.