Wing morphometrics of Aedes (Ochlerotatus) albifasciatus (Macquart 1838) (Diptera: Culicidae) from different climatic regions of Argentina

摘要

BackgroundGene flow restrictions between populations of Aedes albifasciatus, the vector of Western equine encephalitis and Dirophilaria immitis, have been described in the central region of Argentina. Genetic and eco-physiological variations usually result in local forms reflecting the climatic regions. Mosquito wings and their different parts have ecological functions in flight and communication. Therefore, wing shape could be considered an aspect of sexual dimorphism, and its eco-physiological responses can be expressed as morphological changes induced by the environment.