The origin and insecticide resistance of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes established in southern Mozambique
Abstract Background The Aedes albopictus mosquito is of medical concern due to its ability to transmit viral diseases, such as dengue and chikungunya. Aedes albopictus originated in Asia and is now present on all continents, with the exception of Antarctica. In Mozambique, Ae. albopictus was first r...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-07-01
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Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-024-06375-6 |