Active dispersal of Aedes albopictus: a mark-release-recapture study using self-marking units.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Understanding the dispersal dynamics of invasive mosquito species is fundamental to improve vector surveillance and to target control efforts. Aedes albopictus has been deemed a poor flyer as its range of active dispersal is generally assumed to be limited to a few hundred metres, while laboratory studies suggest this mosquito could actually fly several kilometres. The discrepancy may be due to differences in the local environment or to the methodological approach. In Switzerland, Ae. albopictus has been present since 2003 and has since then expanded its range. While passive dispersal is a key driver, it remains unclear how far this mosquito spreads through active flight and what the age structure and size of the local population are, all important parameters for vector surveill

SUBMITTER: Vavassori L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6909613 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature