Introduction of Aedes albopictus into a La Crosse Virus—Enzootic Site in Illinois
oleh: Uriel Kitron, Jack Swanson, Michael Crandell, Patrick J. Sullivan, Justin Anderson, Robert Garro, Linn D. Haramis, Paul R. Grimstad
| Format: | Article |
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| Diterbitkan: | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1998-12-01 |
Deskripsi
In late summer and fall 1997, Aedes albopictus mosquitoes were found in Peoria, Illinois, a long recognized focus of La Crosse virus transmission. Larvae were found in tires and other artificial containers, biting adults were recovered, and eggs were collected in oviposition traps within a 25-ha area. One chipmunk trapped < 0.25 km from the infested area tested positive for neutralizing antibodies against La Crosse virus.