Colonization by Panstrongylus megistus (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Triatominae) in an urban park in the city of São Paulo
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
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54: e03302020, 2021. tab, graf
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Abstract INTRODUCTION:
This communication reports on the occurrence of colonization by Panstrongylus megistus in an urban park in the municipality of São Paulo, Brazil.METHODS:
Entomological research includes active search for vectors based on notifications by the population and identification and examination of insects.RESULTS:
A colony of triatomines was found to be associated with enclosed birds.CONCLUSIONS:
The occurrence of P. megistus has already been reported in the city of São Paulo; however, reports of colonization by this species provide evidence of its potential for the occupation of artificial ecotopes, which may pose a risk to the human population.
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LILACS (Americas)
Main subject:
Panstrongylus
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Triatominae
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Chagas Disease
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Reduviidae
Limits:
Animals
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
South America
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Brazil
Language:
English
Journal:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Year:
2021
Type:
Article
Institution/Affiliation country:
Secretaria de Infraestrutura e Meio Ambiente/BR
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Superintendência de Controle de Endemias/BR
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