Quantifying late-stage host-seeking behaviour of Anopheles gambiae at the insecticidal net interface using a baited-box bioassay

摘要

Baited box test apparatus and example images. The complete bioassay and video system with (left to right): LED (not visible inside clamp); diffuser; test chamber on adjustable table; camera and Nikon lens. Test chamber without entry port (early version) and, with entry port (blue ring). Sample still images from test videos (60 mm lens), showing: resting post-landing, probing, and blood feeding pre-defaecation