The realization of Lutzomyia intermedia, a possible case of preadaptation

Authors

  • Lais Clark Lima Fundação Oswaldo Cruz; Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública; Departamento de Ciências Biológicas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101986000100008

Keywords:

Leishmaniasis, micocutaneous, Lutzomyia intermedia, Ecology

Abstract

Lutzomyia intermedia has for a long time been found in areas which have long time been settled. Data on sandflies caught with different baits at different places led to believe that this species is preadapted to open environments and to feeding on mamals, including man.

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Published

1986-02-01

Issue

Vol. 20 No. 1 (1986)

Section

Notes and Informations

How to Cite

Lima, L. C. (1986). The realization of Lutzomyia intermedia, a possible case of preadaptation . Revista De Saúde Pública, 20(1), 102-104. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101986000100008