From: Ecology of Anopheles darlingi Root with respect to vector importance: a review
Breeding site category | Breeding site characteristics | References |
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Lakes and Lagoons | in lake side vegetation and floating debris, in more exposed deeper parts of the lakes | |
Large rivers | Semi-shaded, along the river edges, between floating debris and superficial vegetation, sections with slow water flow | |
Small rivers | Slow flow rivers, creeks, residual pools in riverbeds during the dry season, irrigation canals | |
Flooded forest | Flooded forested riversides in the rainy season, swamps | |
Small water collections | Ditches, drains, wells, rain pools, old, abandoned (mining) pits | |
Rare breeding sites | Fully shaded water bodies, very small water collections, brackish or acid water, polluted water |