MOSQUITO CONTROL AND SCRAP TIRES: SAME OLD PROBLEM, NO RELIABLE STRATEGIES
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Published:2024-01-02
Issue:1
Volume:29
Page:16-23
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ISSN:1900-1649
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Container-title:Acta Biológica Colombiana
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language:
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Short-container-title:Acta biol. Colomb.
Author:
Quezada-Yaguachi WalterORCID, Alquisira-Domínguez MiriamORCID, Vázquez-Anzúres Miriam J.ORCID, Rebollo-Salinas Dania BereniceORCID, Rescalvo-Luna Luz DalilaORCID, Correa-Morales FabiánORCID, González-Acosta CassandraORCID, Moreno-García MiguelORCID
Abstract
Artificial breeding sites in urban areas have favored the domestication of mosquito vectors. Scrap tires are an important breeding source for mosquito larvae. Few efforts have been made to establish appropriate management measures for used tires, which poses a challenge for larval control activities. Here we mention the inconveniences of tire disposal and the physical and chemical control alternatives. We also note the available methods of larvicide application against larvae in tires and the advantages and disadvantages of each method. The possible effect of overdose/underdose on the development of resistance is considered. Finally, we mention that the actions of vector control programs, the local or state government policies, and active community participation must be interconnected to develop effective tire management.
Publisher
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
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