Spatial distribution and habitat suitability of Biomphalaria straminea, intermediate host of Schistosoma mansoni, in Guangdong, China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Biomphalaria straminea is an invasive vector in China, posing a significant threat to public health. Understanding the factors affecting the establishment of this snail is crucial to improve our ability to manage its dispersal and potential risk of schistosomiasis transmission. This study sought to determine the spatial distribution of B. straminea in mainland China and whether environmental factors were divergent between places with and without B. straminea.

Methods

A malacological survey of B. straminea was conducted in Guangdong Province, China. Snails were identified using anatomical keys. Water and sediment samples were taken, and their physicochemical properties were analyzed using national standard methods. Landscape and climatic variables were also collect

SUBMITTER: Yang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6217779 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature