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Are the Culex pipiens biotypes pipiens, molestus and their hybrids competent vectors of avian Plasmodium?
3 Dec 2024
Abstract excerpt
The common house mosquito Culex pipiens s.l., widely distributed in Europe, Africa, and North America has two recognized biotypes, Cx. pipiens biotype pipiens and Cx. pipiens biotype molestus, which hybridize. Despite their morphological similarities, these biotypes may exhibit ecological differences. This complex ecological mosaic may affect the interaction of Cx. pipiens with pathogens like avian Plasmodium,...
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