The potential role of urbanization in the resistance to organophosphate insecticide in Culex pipiens pipiens from Tunisia

Conclusion: This is the first study in Tunisia showing evidence of the impact of urbanization on the resistance level in Culex pipiens pipiens. Proper management of the polluted breeding sites in the country and effective regulation of water bodies from commercial and domestic activities appear to be critical for managing insecticide resistance.Keywords: Culex pipiens pipiens, urbanization, organophosphate resistance.
Source: African Health Sciences - Category: African Health Source Type: research