Publications by authors named "Robeela Shabbir"
Determination of Species Composition of Mosquitoes in Lahore, Pakistan.
J Arthropod Borne Dis
March 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study investigated the species composition of mosquitoes in ten towns of Lahore from September 2014 to August 2015, collecting larvae, pupae, and adults using various methods.
- A total of 8,656 mosquitoes belonging to four genera were identified, with one species being the most abundant (25.8% relative abundance) and another being the least abundant (0.22% relative abundance).
- The research highlighted significant monthly variations in mosquito diversity, peaking in August, and emphasized the role of urban sewage in supporting mosquito populations, aiding in developing control strategies for mosquito-borne diseases.