Mosquito Ecology and Disease Transmission: Implications for Global Health and Vector Control
Bireshwar Bera *
Department of Zoology, St. Joseph's College, North Point, Darjeeling, 734104, India.
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Abstract
Mosquitoes are primary vectors of numerous vector-borne diseases, including malaria, dengue, Zika virus, and chikungunya. Their biology, behavior, and ecological adaptations significantly influence disease transmission dynamics. Environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and urbanization, along with anthropogenic activities like deforestation and climate change, have contributed to the expansion of mosquito populations into new geographic regions, leading to increased outbreaks, mosquito ecology is essential for the development of innovative and sustainable vector control strategies, including genetic modification, biological control agents, and targeted insecticide applications. This review explores the intricate relationship between mosquito ecology and disease transmission, emphasizing the need for integrated and adaptive approaches to mitigate the global burden of mosquito-borne diseases.
Keywords: Mosquito ecology, vector-borne diseases, disease transmission, malaria, dengue, vector control, genetic modification, biological control