Biosystematics of Aedes (Neomelaniconion)

Abstract

The objective of the Biosystematics of Aedes (Neomelaniconion) project is to conduct a modern taxonomic study of this subgenus of mosquitoes by means of classical comparative morphological taxonomic procedures utilizing characteristics from both sexes and all stages in the life cycle. Most specimens examined during the study were collected specifically for the project by the principal investigator on six collecting trips to Africa. Additional specimens were obtained through cooperators. Approximately 14,400 adult mosquitoes were collected in the field or reared in the laboratory and approximately 5,200 of these have associated larval and pupal skins. Most of this material consists of progeny rearings from eggs so that sexes and stages are unquestionably associated. Successful laboratory rearing techniques and forced mating techniques were developed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA245441

Entities

People

  • Thomas J. Zavortink

Organizations

  • University of San Francisco

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Africa
  • Animal Structures
  • Biomedical Research
  • California
  • Classification
  • East Africa
  • Fish
  • Forests
  • Genitalia
  • Habitats
  • Ivory Coast
  • Laboratory Procedures
  • Life Cycles
  • Materials
  • Rift Valley Fever
  • Security
  • United States

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