Adult damselflies as possible regulators of mosquito populations in urban areas.
Federico EscobarMonserrat San Miguel-RodríguezMaya Rocha-OrtegaHumberto Lanz-MendozaJorge Cime-CastilloGiovanni BenelliPublished in: Pest management science (2021)
Although 2.4% for both Aedes species seems a low consumption, considering the presence of 12 odonate species at the park, it can be argued that adult odonates may play a relevant role as mosquito vector regulators, therefore impacting the spread of mosquito-borne diseases. Our study outlines the need for further research on the topic of the possible role of adult odonates for mosquito biocontrol. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.