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The effect of size on mate selection, fecundity and survival in Culex pipiens mosquitoes

Physiological Entomology, Volume 50, Issue 2, Page 204-215, June 2025.
Larval diet affects male and female adult size, female fecundity and female survival. Large non‐blood–fed females lived longer than small non‐blood–fed females. Mate size did not influence mating rate (insemination status). Even though larger females are more fit, males mated equally to large and small females when given the option. Blood feeding has a
Susan Villarreal, Amelia Senior, Matthew Price   +2 more
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Spatial distribution and ecological niche modeling of geographical spread of Anopheles gambiae complex in Nigeria using real time data

Scientific Reports, 2023
The need for evidence-based data, to inform policy decisions on malaria vector control interventions in Nigeria, necessitated the establishment of mosquito surveillance sites in a few States in Nigeria.
Adedapo Adeogun, Ayodele Samuel Babalola, Okefu Oyale Okoko, Tolulope Oyeniyi, Ahmed Omotayo, Romoke Tawakalitu Izekor, Oluwakemi Adetunji, Abiodun Olakiigbe, Olalekan Olagundoye, Monsuru Adeleke, Cynthia Ojianwuna, Dagona Adamu, Abdullahi Daskum, Jibrin Musa, Obadiah Sambo, Oduola Adedayo, Petrus Uchenna Inyama, Lazarus Samdi, Abiodun Obembe, Musa Dogara, Poloma Kennedy, Suleiman Mohammed, Rebecca Samuel, Chioma Amajoh, Musa Adesola, Mohammed Bala, Mary Esema, Mamudu Omo-Eboh, Marianne Sinka, Olufunmilayo Ajoke Idowu, Adeolu Ande, Israel Olayemi, Abdulsalami Yayo, Perpetua Uhomoibhi, Samson Awolola, Babatunde Salako   +35 more
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Genomic Analysis Reveals a New Cryptic Taxon Within the Anopheles gambiae Complex With a Distinct Insecticide Resistance Profile in the Coast of East Africa

Molecular Ecology, Volume 34, Issue 10, May 2025.
ABSTRACT Anopheles mosquitoes are major malaria vectors, encompassing several species complexes with diverse life histories, transmission risks and insecticide resistance profiles that challenge malaria control efforts. This study investigated the genetic structure and insecticide resistance profiles of Anopheles gambiae complex mosquitoes in Tanzania.
Sophia H. Mwinyi, Kelly L. Bennett, Sanjay C. Nagi, Bilali Kabula, Johnson Matowo, David Weetman, Francesco Baldini, Simon A. Babayan, Martin J. Donnelly, Chris S. Clarkson, Fredros O. Okumu, Alistair Miles   +11 more
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High insecticide resistance in the major malaria vector Anopheles coluzzii in Chad Republic [PDF]

Infectious Diseases of Poverty, 2019
AbstractBackgroundThe Sahel region of Chad Republic is a prime candidate for malaria pre-elimination. To facilitate pre-elimination efforts in this region, two populations ofAnopheles coluzziifrom Central Chad Republic were characterized, their insecticide resistance profile and the possible molecular mechanisms driving the resistance in the field ...
Sulaiman S. Ibrahim, Amen N. Fadel, Magellan Tchouakui, Ebai Terence, Murielle J. Wondji, Micareme Tchoupo, Clement Kerah-Hinzoumbé, Samuel Wanji, Charles S. Wondji   +8 more
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Multiple insecticide resistance target sites in adult field strains of An. gambiae (s.l.) from southeastern Senegal

Parasites & Vectors, 2020
Background High coverage of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS) are the cornerstones of vector control strategy in Senegal where insecticide resistance by the target vectors species is a great of concern.
El hadji Diouf, El hadji Amadou Niang, Badara Samb, Cheikh Tidiane Diagne, Mbaye Diouf, Abdoulaye Konaté, Ibrahima Dia, Ousmane Faye, Lassana Konaté   +8 more
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Sugar diet affects Culex pipiens early‐life mortality, biochemical parameters, and immunocompetence

Ecosphere, Volume 16, Issue 4, April 2025.
Abstract Mosquitoes obtain carbohydrates from plants, providing a fundamental source of energy for their metabolism. These nutrients influence mosquito immunocompetence and longevity, which has potential implications for the transmission of mosquito‐borne pathogens.
Olaya García‐Ruiz, Juan Pascual‐Gil, Cristina Megías, Josué Martínez‐de la Puente, Jordi Figuerola, María José Ruiz‐López   +5 more
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Suboptimal Larval Habitats Modulate Oviposition of the Malaria Vector Mosquito Anopheles coluzzii

PLOS ONE, 2016
Selection of oviposition sites by gravid females is a critical behavioral step in the reproductive cycle of Anopheles coluzzii, which is one of the principal Afrotropical malaria vector mosquitoes. Several studies suggest this decision is mediated by semiochemicals associated with potential oviposition sites. To better understand the chemosensory basis
Suh, Eunho, Choe, Dong-Hwan, Saveer, Ahmed M, Zwiebel, Laurence J   +3 more
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Dominance and Diversity of Anopheles gambiae s.l (Female Mosquitoes) Collected from Six Local Government Areas in Adamawa State, Northeastern Nigeria

Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
Malaria continues to pose a formidable health challenge, particularly in regions where Anopheles mosquitoes are highly effective vectors for disease transmission.
L. M. Augustine, M. S. Pukuma, G. Chessed, I. Z. Kunihya, J. W. Gambu, N. Enock   +5 more
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A combination of metabolic resistance and high frequency of the 1014F kdr mutation is driving pyrethroid resistance in Anopheles coluzzii population from Guinea savanna of Cameroon

Parasites & Vectors, 2019
Background The scale-up in the distribution of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying has significantly reduced malaria burden and mortality.
Amen N. Fadel, Sulaiman S. Ibrahim, Magellan Tchouakui, Ebai Terence, Murielle J. Wondji, Micareme Tchoupo, Samuel Wanji, Charles S. Wondji   +7 more
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Species Delimitation Using Genomic Data: Options and Limitations

Molecular Ecology, Volume 34, Issue 8, April 2025.
ABSTRACT The most effective approaches for species discovery and species validation with genomic data remain underexplored. This study evaluates the merits and limitations of phylogenetic approaches based on the multispecies coalescent model and population genetic approaches for species discovery, i.e., species delimitation in the absence of prior ...
Bernhard Hausdorf
wiley   +1 more source