The seasonal dynamics and biting behavior of potential Anopheles vectors of Plasmodium knowlesi in Palawan, Philippines

The seasonal dynamics and biting behavior of potential Anopheles vectors of Plasmodium knowlesi in Palawan, Philippines

Abstract Background A small number of human cases of the zoonotic malaria Plasmodium knowlesi have been reported in Palawan Island, the Philippines. Identification of potential vector species and their bionomics is crucial for understanding human exposure risk in this setting. Here, we combined long...

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Main Authors: Richard Paul B. Malijan, Frank Mechan, Jessie C. Braganza, Kristelle Mae R. Valle, Ferdinand V. Salazar, Majhalia M. Torno, Wilfredo E. Aure, Brian A. Bacay, Fe Esperanza Espino, Stephen J. Torr, Kimberly M. Fornace, Chris Drakeley, Heather M. Ferguson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Anopheles balabacensis
Anopheles flavirostris
Plasmodium knowlesi
Vector behavior
Philippines
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-021-04853-9

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-021-04853-9

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