A new species of Culex (Melanoconion) from Southern Brazil (Diptera: Culicidae)

Authors

  • Oswaldo Paulo Forattini S. Paulo University; School of Public Health; Department of Epidemiology
  • Maria Anice Mureb Sallum S. Paulo University; School of Public Health; Department of Epidemiology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101985000200007

Keywords:

Culex (Melanoconion) ribeirensis, Culex, Insect vectors

Abstract

A new species from Southern Brazil, named Culex (Melanoconion) ribeirensis is described. The description includes adults, pupal and larval stages, illustrating the morphological aspects and a picture of a breeding place. Some data about known distribution and bionomics are presented.

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Published

1985-04-01

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 2 (1985)

Section

Taxonomy

How to Cite

Forattini, O. P., & Sallum, M. A. M. (1985). A new species of Culex (Melanoconion) from Southern Brazil (Diptera: Culicidae) . Revista De Saúde Pública, 19(2), 171-182. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101985000200007