Biosystematics of Aedes (Neomelaniconion)

Abstract

The objective of the project Biosystematics of Aedes(Neomelaniconion) is to produce a modern taxonomic monograph of this subgenus of mosquitoes. This subgenus, which is primarily Ethiopian in distribution, has never been the subject of a thorough taxonomic study, and so its species remain poorly known. The absence of basic information on the number of species in the group and of reliable keys for their identification severely hampers the acquisition and reporting of biological information about these mosquitoes. The result is that the distribution, bionomics, and disease vector potential of the different species remain unknown or uncertain. Species of Neomelaniconion are believed to be involved in both the inter-epizootic maintenance and transmission of Rift Valley fever virus. A complete understanding of the natural history of this virus is not possible without better knowledge of these mosquitoes.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA197427

Entities

People

  • Thomas J. Zavortink

Organizations

  • University of San Francisco

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Africa
  • Biomedical Research
  • Classification
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Ecology
  • Genitalia
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Ivory Coast
  • Laboratory Procedures
  • Lepidoptera
  • Microscopes
  • Natural History
  • Rift Valley Fever
  • Rift Valleys
  • Security
  • South Africa
  • Viruses

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  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Vector-Borne Disease and Entomology