Publications by authors named "Linda Jaworski"
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the host feeding patterns of two mosquito species, Culex pipiens and Culex torrentium, which are known vectors for viruses like West Nile, emphasizing that previous studies often overlook their differences despite them looking similar.
- - Researchers conducted host-choice experiments and collected data from specimens in Germany, Iran, and Moldova from 2012 to 2022, revealing that the majority of these mosquitoes preferred birds, but significant proportions also fed on humans and other mammals.
- - Findings indicate geographical variation in feeding habits, with more than 50% of Culex pipiens and about 50% of Culex torrentium feeding on birds, while others fed on mammals or humans, highlighting the importance of
Mosquito collections are commonly conducted with baited traps predominantly attracting host-seeking females. In contrast, resting sites are generally colonized by a broader range of the mosquito population, including a higher proportion of males and blood-engorged females. This study evaluates the sampling success of different artificial resting sites, attached to a deciduous or coniferous tree at different heights.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The analysis of large mosquito samples is expensive and time-consuming, delaying the efficient timing of vector control measurements. Processing a fraction of a sample using a subsampling method can significantly reduce the processing effort. However, a comprehensive evaluation of the reliability of different subsampling methods is missing.
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