Habitat suitability modelling to assess the introductions of Aedes albopictus (Diptera: Culicidae) in the Netherlands.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the Netherlands, Aedes albopictus has been found each year since 2010 during routine exotic mosquito species surveillance at companies that import used tires. We developed habitat suitability models to investigate the potential risk of establishment and spread of this invasive species at these locations.

Methods

We used two methodologies: first, a species distribution model based on the maximum entropy modelling approach (MaxEnt) taking into consideration updated occurrence data of the species in Europe, and secondly, a spatial logic conditional model based on the temperature requirements of the species and using land surface temperature data (LST model).

Results

Suitability assessment obtained with the MaxEnt model at European level accurately reflect t

SUBMITTER: Ibanez-Justicia A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7184689 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature