Host diversity of Aedes albopictus in relation to invasion history: a meta-analysis of blood-feeding studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The invasive mosquito Aedes albopictus is a major concern for human and animal health given its high potential to spread over large geographical distances, adapt to various habitats and food sources, and act as a vector for pathogens. It is crucial to understand how this species establishes ecological relationships at different locations, as it determines its role in transmission of diseases.

Methods

Based on published blood meal surveys, a meta-analysis was performed to investigate how host diversity changes along the process of invasion at a large scale. For 48 independent localities, the Shannon diversity index was calculated and was then assessed against several moderator variables describing invasion status, habitat type, methodology, survey year and the year

SUBMITTER: Garamszegi LZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11448256 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature