First Record of Aedes (Stegomyia) albopictus (Diptera: Culicidae) in the state of Acre, Brazil

Introduction Aedes (Stegomyia) albopictus (Skuse, 1854) was reported in Brazil for the first time in 1986, and has displayed successful expansion throughout the Brazilian territory. Methods During a routine activity to control dengue conducted by the Division of Entomology of the Municipal Health Department in Rio Branco, adults and immatures of Culicidae were collected in a peri-urban area. Results The Culicidae forms identified indicated that they belonged to the species Ae. albopictus . Conclusions This is the first official record of the presence of Ae. albopictus in the state of Acre, confirming its current presence in all Brazilian states. ### Competing Interest Statement The authors have declared no competing interest.