Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association (2013) 29, 203-221
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A rapid identification guide for larvae of the most common North American container-inhabiting Aedes species of medical importance
Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association 29 (3), 203-221
Abstract: Mosquitoes are the single most important taxon of arthropods affecting human health globally, and container-inhabiting Aedes are important vectors of arthropod-borne viruses. Desiccation-resistant eggs of container Aedes have facilitated their invasion into new areas, primarily through transportation via the international trade in used tires. The public health threat from an introduced exotic species into a new area is imminent, and proactive measures are needed to identify significant vectors before onset of epidemic disease. In many cases, vector control is the only means to combat exotic diseases. Accurate identification of vectors is crucial to initiate aggressive control measures; however, many vector control personnel are not properly trained to identify introduced species in new geographic areas. We provide updated geographical ranges and a rapid identification guide with detailed larval photographs of the most common container-inhabiting Aedes in North America. Our key includes 5 native species (Aedes atropalpus, Ae. epactius, Ae. hendersoni, Ae. sierrensis, Ae. triseriatus) and 3 invasive species (Ae. aegypti, Ae. albopictus, Ae. japonicus).
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Database assignments for author(s): Ary Farajollahi
Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
identification/taxonomy
surveys/sampling/distribution
Pest and/or beneficial records:
| Beneficial | Pest/Disease/Weed | Crop/Product | Country | Quarant. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aedes sierrensis | ||||
| Aedes albopictus | ||||
| Aedes aegypti | ||||
| Aedes triseriatus | ||||
| Aedes atropalpus | ||||
| Aedes japonicus | ||||
| Aedes hendersoni | ||||
| Aedes epactius |
