Idaho public health officials have confirmed the state's first detection of Aedes aegypti, a mosquito species capable of spreading viruses such as Zika, yellow fever, and dengue fever. The insect was identified in Canyon County, where mosquito abatement teams are now monitoring to see if this is an isolated case. The problem is that others, like Aedes aegypti, are notorious vectors for much more serious illnesses. But it's smart to be informed about this particular mosquito breed and how to protect yourself. As temperatures rise all over the world, Aedes aegypti is expanding its range beyond its traditional tropical and subtropical habitats.