Occurrence of the malaria Vector Anopheles albimanus Wiedemman (Diptera: Culicidae) in Isla Fuerte, Colombia

Bejarano, Eduar Elías

doi:10.1590/s1519-566x2003000300025

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“…At the national level, with few exceptions, this Anopheles species is predominant in localities along the Pacific coast (Olano et al 2001) and, to a lesser degree, along the Caribbean coast, extending to the Isla Fuerte (Bejarano 2003) and the Archipelago of San Andrés (Olano et al 2001). Its distribution (Fig.…”

Section: Primary Malaria Vector Speciesmentioning

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Malaria vector species in Colombia: a review

Lerma¹,

Solarte

Giraldo-Calderón³

et al. 2011

Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz

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Here we present a comprehensive review of the literature on the vectorial importance of the major Anopheles malaria vectors in Colombia. We provide basic information on the geographical distribution, altitudinal range, immature habitats, adult behaviour, feeding preferences and anthropophily, endophily and infectivity rates. We additionally review information on the life cycle, longevity and population fluctuation of Colombian Anopheles species. Emphasis was placed on the primary vectors that have been epidemiologically incriminated in malaria transmission: Anopheles darlingi, Anopheles albimanus and Anopheles nuneztovari. The role of a selection of local, regional or secondary vectors (e.g., Anopheles pseudopunctipennis and Anopheles neivai) is also discussed. We highlight the importance of combining biological, morphological and molecular data for the correct taxonomical determination of a given species, particularly for members of the species complexes. We likewise emphasise the importance of studying the bionomics of primary and secondary vectors along with an examination of the local conditions affecting the transmission of malaria. The presence and spread of the major vectors and the emergence of secondary species capable of transmitting human Plasmodia are of great interest. When selecting control measures, the anopheline diversity in the region must be considered. Variation in macroclimate conditions over a species’ geographical range must be well understood and targeted to plan effective control measures based on the population dynamics of the local Anopheles species.

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Section: Primary Malaria Vector Speciesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Malaria vector species in Colombia: a review

Lerma¹,

Solarte

Giraldo-Calderón³

et al. 2011

Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz

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“…Here we used bioassays to evaluate synergism among the B. thuringiensis subsp. israelensis toxins Cry4Ba, Cry11Aa, and Cyt1Aa against Anopheles albimanus, an important vector of malaria that occurs from the southern US to northern Peru (Bejarano, 2003).…”

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Single concentration tests show synergism among Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis toxins against the malaria vector mosquito Anopheles albimanus

Fernandez-Luna

Tabashnik

Lanz‐Mendoza

et al. 2010

Journal of Invertebrate Pathology

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“…Finally, in Colombia, An . albimanus is a species with a mostly coastal distribution [ 7 , 56 , 57 ]. The model identified suitable areas for An .…”

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Potential distribution of mosquito vector species in a primary malaria endemic region of Colombia

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Rapid transformation of natural ecosystems changes ecological conditions for important human disease vector species; therefore, an essential task is to identify and understand the variables that shape distributions of these species to optimize efforts toward control and mitigation. Ecological niche modeling was used to estimate the potential distribution and to assess hypotheses of niche similarity among the three main malaria vector species in northern Colombia: Anopheles nuneztovari, An. albimanus, and An. darlingi. Georeferenced point collection data and remotely sensed, fine-resolution satellite imagery were integrated across the Urabá –Bajo Cauca–Alto Sinú malaria endemic area using a maximum entropy algorithm. Results showed that An. nuneztovari has the widest geographic distribution, occupying almost the entire study region; this niche breadth is probably related to the ability of this species to colonize both, natural and disturbed environments. The model for An. darlingi showed that most suitable localities for this species in Bajo Cauca were along the Cauca and Nechí river. The riparian ecosystems in this region and the potential for rapid adaptation by this species to novel environments, may favor the establishment of populations of this species. Apparently, the three main Colombian Anopheles vector species in this endemic area do not occupy environments either with high seasonality, or with low seasonality and high NDVI values. Estimated overlap in geographic space between An. nuneztovari and An. albimanus indicated broad spatial and environmental similarity between these species. An. nuneztovari has a broader niche and potential distribution. Dispersal ability of these species and their ability to occupy diverse environmental situations may facilitate sympatry across many environmental and geographic contexts. These model results may be useful for the design and implementation of malaria species-specific vector control interventions optimized for this important malaria region.

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Occurrence of the malaria Vector Anopheles albimanus Wiedemman (Diptera: Culicidae) in Isla Fuerte, Colombia

Cited by 4 publications

References 1 publication

Malaria vector species in Colombia: a review

Malaria vector species in Colombia: a review

Single concentration tests show synergism among Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis toxins against the malaria vector mosquito Anopheles albimanus

Potential distribution of mosquito vector species in a primary malaria endemic region of Colombia

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