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An updated checklist of the Culicidae (Diptera) of Morocco, with notes on species of historical and current medical importance

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: An updated checklist of the mosquito species (Diptera: Culicidae) recorded in Morocco from 1916 to 2016 is provided, including synonyms and synonymous usage for each species. Forty-three species belonging to seven genera are recorded so far: Anopheles (9), Aedes (12) Coquillettidia (2), Culex (12), Culiseta (5), Orthopodomyia (1) and Uranotaenia (2). Traditional and equivalent names in the polyphyletic concept of Aedes are provided for the aedine species. The historical importance and current potential threat of mosquitoes to human health in Morocco is reviewed.

Source: Journal of Vector Ecology

DOI: 10.1111/jvec.12243

Authors: Bouchra Trari, Mohamed Dakki, Ralph E. Harbach

Institutions: Mohammed V University, Instituts Supérieurs des Professions Infirmières et Techniques de Santé, Scientific Institute of Rabat, Natural History Museum

Language: English

Topic: Diptera species taxonomy and behavior

Subfield: Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2616820165

FWCI: 1.516

Cites: 99

Cited by: 26

Related to: 10