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Larval habitats and biodiversity of anopheline mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) in a malarious area of southern Iran
, Article Journal of Vector Borne Diseases ; Volume 49, Issue 2 , Jun , 2012 , Pages 91-100 ; 09729062 (ISSN) ; Vatandoost, H ; Oshaghi, M. A ; Charrahy, Z ; Haghdoost, A. A ; Sedaghat, M. M ; Abedi, F ; Soltani, M ; Raeisi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
JVBD
2012
Abstract
Background & objectives: Malaria is the most important mosquito-borne disease in Iran. It is endemic in south to southeastern part of the country. Knowledge about bio-ecology of vectors will support authorities for appropriate management of the disease. Bashagard district is one of the main endemic areas for malaria in south of Iran. This study was conducted to determine anopheline fauna, diversity and affinity in the area, characterization of larval habitats, and mapping their potential distribution across the district. Methods: The potential aquatic habitats for Anopheles larvae were extracted from Indian Remote Sensing Satellite (IRS) image and digital elevation model of the area using...