Orbivirus
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Ochlerotatus communis
Ochlerotatus communis is a mosquito species distributed across northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Studies have documented its role as a vector for orbiviruses, with isolations of Kevo orbivirus and Mobuck virus from specimens collected in Finland. Research on male specimens indicates elevated catalase enzyme activity during the teneral period and early post-emergence, suggesting physiological adaptations to oxidative stress during metamorphosis.