A longitudinal study on Anopheles mosquito larval abundance in distinct geographical and environmental settings in western Kenya
Open Access
- 10 April 2011
- journal article
- Published by Springer Nature in Malaria Journal
- Vol. 10 (1) , 81
- https://doi.org/10.1186/1475-2875-10-81
Abstract
As the ecology of mosquito larvae can be complex there is need to develop a rational framework for undertaking larval ecological studies. Local environmental characteristics, such as altitude, climate and land use, can significantly impact on phenology and population dynamics of mosquito larvae, and indirectly affect the dynamics of mosquito-borne diseases. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of implementing an integrated approach to larval source management under the distinct ecological settings.Keywords
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