Aestivation in Biomphalaria tenagophila (Pulmonata, Planorbidae)

Authors

  • Horacio Manuel Santana Teles Superintendência de Controle de Endemias
  • Cristiano Correa de Azevedo Marques Superintendência de Controle de Endemias

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101989000100010

Keywords:

Biomphalaria tenagophila, Estivation, Schistosomiasis mansoni^i2^sprevention and cont, Ecology, vectors

Abstract

This study reports the finding of Biomphalaria tenagophila naturally aestived in two municipalities of the State of S.Paulo (Brazil): Ubatuba and Conchas. This ethological characteristic was discovered in 15 specimens collected in Ubatuba, and in 6 specimens collected in Conchas. The snails aestived showed vitality after bling placed in water.

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Published

1989-02-01

Issue

Vol. 23 No. 1 (1989)

Section

Notes and Informations

How to Cite

Teles, H. M. S., & Marques, C. C. de A. (1989). Aestivation in Biomphalaria tenagophila (Pulmonata, Planorbidae) . Revista De Saúde Pública, 23(1), 76-78. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101989000100010