Mosquito Survey, Island of Rota (Mariana Islands)
Abstract
On 9-16 May 1976, Lt Colonel Wesley R. Nowell and Sergeant Donald R. Sutton of the 1st Medical Service, Clark Air Base, R.P., conducted an extensive survey of the mosquito population on the Island of Rota in the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. All sites surveyed yielded mosquitoes, and Rota was found to be heavily infested. A total of seven species was captured; three of these were new collection records for the Island. Mosquito control is desirable for maintenance of morale and for medical and economic reasons, It can be accomplished on Rota through quarantine, technical surveillance, environmental management and public education. Chemicals are not recommended for other than localized treatment or emergency control requirements. This report provides a detailed description of the findings and mosquito data. Recommendations for island-wide mosquito control are included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA598196
Entities
People
- Wesley R. Nowell
Organizations
- Pacific Air Forces