CGH Medical Center - ADAM Health Library

Mosquito, egg raft

Mosquitoes of the Culex species lay their eggs in the form of egg rafts that float in still or stagnant water. The mosquito lays the eggs one at a time sticking them together in the shape of a raft. An egg raft can contain from 100 to 400 eggs. The eggs go through larval and pupal stages and feed on micro-organisms before developing into flying mosquitoes. (Image courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.)

Review Date: 11/27/2006
Reviewed By: D. Scott Smith, M.D., MSc, DTM&H, Chief of Infectious Disease & Geographic Medicine, Kaiser Redwood City, CA & Adjunct Assistant Professor, Stanford University. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.

Weekly Safety Tip
Here is your weekly safety tip, courtesy of CGH Emergency Services and the National Safety Council.
Read More

Billing Questions?
Find information, links, Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, Patient Accounts hours, insurance information and contact numbers.
Read More

Cheer Cards
Sending get well wishes to a friend or family member couldn't be easier!
Read More

Advance Care Directives
Learn about and fill out an Advance Directive for Healthcare. Have a say in your treatment, plan ahead and make your wishes known.
Read More