Determination of mosquito vector of filariasis in Southern Sulu

ABSTRACT

The vector of bancroftian filariasis in Bongao, Sulu where abaca is not grown is Anopheles flavirostris. This finding confirms previous ones in Bontoc, Mt. Province and in Quezon, Palawan both of which do not grow abaca. Bancroftian filariasis in Sulu Archipelago may be grouped into urban type, transmitted by Anopheles flavirostris. It was unfortunate that the time of the mosquito survey did not coincide with the breeding season of Mansonia bonneae as shown in the few catches, hence we failed to incriminate the vector of malayan, filariasis in Sulu. Another follow-up study on this vector determination at the appropriate time of the year is indicated. (Summary and Conclusion)