Species abundance and density of malaria vectors in Western Thailand and implications for disease transmission.

ABSTRACT: Understanding the dynamics of malaria vectors and their interactions with environmental factors is crucial for effective malaria control. This study investigated the abundance, species composition, seasonal variations, and malaria infection status of female mosquitoes in malaria transmission and non-transmission areas in Western Thailand. Additionally, the susceptibility of malaria vectors to pyrethroid insecticides was assessed. Entomological field surveys were conducted during the hot, wet, and cold seasons in both malaria transmission areas (TA) and non-transmission areas (NTA). The abundance and species composition of malaria vectors were compared between TA and NTA. The availability of larval habitats and the impact of seasonality on vector abundance were analyzed. Infection with P

SUBMITTER: Fansiri T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10885546 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature