Assessment of Leptoconops bequaerti as a potential vector of Mansonella ozzardi in Haiti

Lowrie, R.C.; Raccurt, C.P.; Eberhard, M.L.; Katz, S.P.

American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 32(5): 1013-1015

1983


ISSN/ISBN: 0002-9637
PMID: 6625054
Document Number: 211676
Experimental studies in Bayeux, Haiti showed that the biting midge, L. bequaerti, is capable of supporting the complete development of M. ozzardi but only on a very limited scale. This suggests that the species may not be involved in the natural transmission cycle despite its abundance and pestiferous nature in certain areas of Haiti. A midge-holding container is described which markedly enhanced the survival of engorged L. bequaerti in the laboratory.

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