Using Aedes Aegypti as test subject

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I'm working on a natural insect repellent that will use aedes aegypti to test the repellent's efficacy. Is it okay? Are there any labs or store that sell this mosquito? If not, what is other alternatives?
I'm also thinking of using Culex Pipiens as alternative. I'm from the Philippines by the way, which is a tropical country.

[DrSullivan]

I don't know of any companies that would sell these insects outside of a laboratory setting. There are also dangers of introducing species to your environment if they are not native to your region. Maybe you could look into ways to live-capture mosquitos from your environment? You would have to be very careful, however, as wild mosquitos can carry disease.

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Hello,

I could not find any Aedes Aegypti online for sale. I did, however, manage to find Culex larvae for sale; the website does not specify the particular species. Here is the link if you are interested: http://www.aquaculturestore.com/Mosquito-Larvae.html .

Remember to stay sanitary and extremely cautious during your experiment, as this insect, like most mosquito species, has the potential to spread disease. Another reason that you do not want them to escape is that they can begin reproducing in your home, eventually resulting in more (potentially non-native) mosquitos being introduced into your environment. It is very important that you have these insects enclosed in well-sealed containers by the time they are adults capable of flying. The larvae available for sale on this website will develop into pupae in 5–10 days; afterward, the pupae will probably grow into adults in 2 or 3 days.

I hope this project goes well for you.