Genetic variability of the Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) mosquito in El Salvador vector of dengue yellow fever chikungunya and Zika

摘要

BackgroundAedes aegypti is associated with dengue, yellow fever, chikungunya and Zika viruses. This vector is widespread in tropical and subtropical areas, and can also occur in temperate areas at higher latitudes. The geographical distribution of Ae. aegypti continues to spread due to human activities. This is the first study to examine the population genetic structure of this insect in El Salvador, Central America.