This PDF
is a guide for tutors on Malaria entomology and vector control and covers the
following topics related to Entomology : Introduction to malaria entomology,
Identification of malaria vectors, Sampling malaria vectors, Vector
incrimination and malaria control, Malaria vector control, Monitoring and
management of insecticide resistance, Vector control in different malaria
epidemiological strata.
This note
explains the following topics: Aphids, Beetles, Caterpillars, Fungus Gnats,
Mealybugs, Mites, Control Guide, Scales Snails and Slugs, Springtails, Thrips,
Whiteflies.
The subject matter in this
book should attract the reader's concern to support rational decisions regarding
the use of pesticides. This book is compiled of 24 Chapters divided into 4
Sections. Section A focuses on toxicity of organic and inorganic insecticides,
Section B is dedicated to vector control using insecticides, biological control
of mosquito larvae, Section C describes bioactive natural products from
sapindacea, management of potato pests, flower thrips, mango mealy bug, pear
psylla and grapes pests, Section D provides information on insecticide
resistance in natural population of malaria vector, role of Anopheles gambiae
P450 cytochrome, genetic toxicological profile of carbofuran and pirimicarp
carbamic insecticides, etc.
This note covers the following topics: Metamorphoses of Insects, Direct
Injuries caused by Insects, Direct Benefits derived from Insects,Indirect
Injuries caused by Insects, indirect Benefits derived from Insects, Affection of
Insects for their Young, Affection of Insects for their Young, Food of Insects
and Habitations of Insects.
The aim of this lecture
note is to give a general insight to the biology of arthropods, their habits and
habitats before embarking on a detailed study of insect vectors.
This note covers the following topics: Introduction to Insects, Growth
and Development, Insect Orders, Feeding Styles and Mouthparts, Integrated Pest
Management, Common Garden Pests and Beneficial Insects.