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{"title":"Distributional Characteristics of Insect Communities in Introduced Pin Oak Trees With Different Environments of Korea, With Special Notes on Major Insect Pests","authors":"Cha Young Lee,&nbsp;Taewook Kim,&nbsp;Byeongjong Lee,&nbsp;Soojeong Ahn,&nbsp;Yonghwan Park,&nbsp;Junheon Kim,&nbsp;Jong-Kook Jung","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70027","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70027","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The pin oak (<i>Quercus palustris</i> Münchh.), a species introduced from North America, has recently seen an increase in nationwide planted as ornamental trees, including streets, parks, etc., in South Korea. The aims of this study are to investigate the distributional characteristics of insect communities on pin oaks across different regions with different environments and to describe injury characteristics of major insect pests. From 2022 to 2023, we conducted investigations at 15 locations where pin oak trees were planted. We performed visual inspections on branches and trunks within 5 m height of trees to record insect pest presence and damage characteristics, using pruning poles to sample branches when needed. As a result, various taxa, mainly Lepidoptera, Hemiptera, and Coleoptera, were identified, and densities of pests varied depending on the planted environment. In the central region of South Korea, the predominant or important species were wood-boring insect pests such as clearwing moths (Cossidae) and longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae). In contrast, the southern region exhibited a higher prevalence of folivorous Lepidoptera. Among six different environments, the largest number of pests was found in parks and followed by street, riverside, tree market, etc. These results suggest that pest monitoring and management strategies tailored to specific regions and environments are necessary when planting pin oak trees. In future, pest control in pin oak trees is more challenging based on this study. Consequently, forest pests are causing damage not only to forests but also to street trees in urban areas, highlighting the need for countermeasures.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143248491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing Tenebrio molitor Larvae Growth and Nutrition: The Potential of Wheat Bran and Coffee Grounds Blends","authors":"Sung-Hoon Lee,&nbsp;Sung-Up Choi","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70024","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70024","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Coffee grounds, a solid residue left after coffee extraction, are often discarded in landfills or incinerated, posing environmental concerns. To promote sustainability, this study explores the potential use of coffee grounds as a feed source for <i>Tenebrio molitor</i> (TM) larvae. The growth performance, survival rates, and nutritional properties of TM larvae were evaluated using three feed groups: wheat bran, coffee grounds, and a blend of the two. TM larvae (2 g of 3rd instar per group) were randomly assigned to one of three treatments in a completely randomized design: (1) 100 g wheat bran, (2) 100 g of a wheat bran and coffee grounds blend, or (3) 100 g coffee grounds. Results revealed that the blend of wheat bran and coffee grounds yielded the highest growth and survival rates, followed by wheat bran, with coffee grounds alone showing the least favorable outcomes. Nutritional analysis indicated that larvae fed on the blended diet exhibited enhanced crude protein content and reduced crude fat compared to larvae fed on wheat bran or coffee grounds alone. These findings suggest that the blend of wheat bran and coffee grounds serves as a promising feed additive for TM larvae, improving growth, survival, and nutritional quality while supporting the sustainable use of coffee byproducts.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143111250","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Study of Aedes albopictus Hatching Rate by Low-Temperature Stress","authors":"Min Hyeok Won,&nbsp;Kwang Shik Choi","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70018","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70018","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p><i>Aedes albopictus</i> overwinters as eggs and lays diapause eggs under conditions of low temperatures, low humidity, and short photoperiods. We compared the hatchability of diapause and nondiapause eggs in response to cold stress. Nondiapause eggs were acquired at 27°C ± 1°C, 70% ± 5% humidity, and 16:8 (L:D) photoperiod, and diapause eggs were acquired at 21°C ± 1°C, 40% ± 5% humidity, and 8:16 (L:D) photoperiod. The obtained eggs were dried under the same conditions and then exposed to low-temperature stress for each temperature and time. After that, eggs were transferred to a thermostat to induce hatching at room temperature, and the hatching rate and the time required for hatching were measured and analyzed by two-way ANOVA and multiple regression analyses. When exposed to low temperatures for 1–24 h at a temperature of 0°C to −10°C, the diapause eggs had a hatching rate higher than that of nondiapause eggs in all sections. The difference in hatching rate according to temperature, exposure time, and diapause status was all considered significant at −6°C or less (two-way ANOVA). A significant regression equation was calculated to estimate the hatching rate, a dependent variable (<i>R</i>² = 0.439, <i>p</i> &lt; 0.000). We found a significant difference in hatching rates for low-temperature stress between diapause eggs and nondiapause eggs of <i>Ae. albopictus</i>, which may explain why <i>Ae. albopictus</i> spreads in high-latitude regions. The morphological differences between diapause and nondiapause and variables such as dryness and light intensity should be studied to understand the overwintering of <i>Ae. albopictus</i>.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110804","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of Temperature on Rice Stripe Virus Infection, Transmission Efficiency, and the Development Period in Laodelphax striatellus","authors":"Seoyul Hwang,&nbsp;Donghun Kim","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70021","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70021","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The small brown planthopper, <i>Laodelphax striatellus</i>, is a major pest and the primary vector of the rice stripe virus, a harmful pathogen that significantly affects rice production across East Asia. This study aims to investigate the effects of different temperatures (24°C, 27°C, and 30°C) on the developmental period, rice stripe virus infection rates, and virus transmission efficiency of small brown planthopper at various developmental stages. Higher temperatures significantly shortened the developmental period of small brown planthopper. The time from egg to adult was approximately 5 days shorter at 30°C than at 24°C. The rice stripe virus infection rate gradually increased, peaking after the third instar nymph, with no significant differences observed between 24°C and 27°C. However, at 30°C, the infection rates in the second to fifth instar nymphs were lower compared to those at the other temperatures. Tissue-specific analyses indicated that the thorax, midgut, and ovary serve as primary loci for rice stripe virus proliferation. Temperature significantly affects small brown planthopper development and rice stripe virus epidemiology. Accelerated development rates at higher temperatures may result in increased population turnover, whereas reduced rice stripe virus transmission efficiency under these conditions could alter viral spread dynamics. These findings are vital for developing pest management strategies that consider temperature fluctuations and climate change.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110800","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Genetic Diversity of Sand Fly (Phlebotomus papatasi) in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah Region of Saudi Arabia","authors":"Abeer Ali Al-Dakhil,&nbsp;Hiba Salaheldin Mohamed","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70020","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70020","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Sand flies called <i>Phlebotomus papatasi</i> are the primary vector of cutaneous leishmaniasis, which is an endemic disease in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia. The molecular characterization of sand fly species is a helpful tool because genetic variability and population structure within and between populations might influence vectoral capability, necessitating the assessment of management strategies to control the spread of cutaneous leishmaniasis. Therefore, in this study, the structure of the <i>P. papatasi</i> population in Al-Madinah region was investigated. The samples of <i>P. papatasi</i> were collected from Al-Madinah region, identified, and subjected to mitochondrial cytochrome b (Cytb) gene sequencing (<i>n</i> = 45). Analysis of the sequences revealed 13 substitutions. There were 12 different haplotypes identified. Nucleotide diversity and haplotype diversity were low estimated to be 0.0017 and 0.574, respectively. The neutrality indices determined using Tajima's <i>D</i> and Fu and Li's <i>F</i>* were all negative and statistically significant. This indicated that the population has an excess of singletons and low-frequency variations. Network analysis showed one main haplotype and shared haplotypes at different nodes. According to this study, the <i>P. papatasi</i> population in the Al-Madinah region is homogeneous. The knowledge obtained in this study contributes to a better understanding of the genetic geographic distribution of <i>P. papatasi</i> populations in relation to the location of <i>Leishmania major</i> foci, which could aid in the development of control strategies.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Activity of Essential Oils From Pentanema indicum (L.) Y. Ling and Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M.King & H. Rob Against Three Mosquito Species","authors":"Pathalam Ganesan,&nbsp;Jeyaraj Selvakumaran,&nbsp;Savarimuthu Ignacimuthu,&nbsp;Badr Aldahmash,&nbsp;Ahmed Rady,&nbsp;Fares Ahmed Alzahrani,&nbsp;Mansour Almansour,&nbsp;Antony Stalin","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70016","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70016","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Mosquitoes act as biological carriers spreading numerous vector borne diseases globally. The present research aimed to study the effect of essential oils (EOs) from <i>Pentanema indicum</i> (L.) Y. Ling and <i>Chromolaena odorata</i> (L.) R.M. King &amp; H. Rob against <i>Aedes aegypti, Anopheles stephensi</i> and <i>Culex quinquefasciatus</i> mosquitoes. Concentrations of 3.125, 6.25, 12.5 25 and 50 ppm were tested for their mosquitocidal properties. The essential oil (EO) from <i>P. indicum</i> demonstrated promising ovicidal activity, achieving 100% efficacy against <i>Ae. aegypti</i> and <i>Cx. quinquefasciatus</i> and 76% efficacy against <i>An. stephensi</i> at a concentration of 50 ppm within 24 h. Similarly, <i>C. odorata</i> exhibited significant activity at higher concentrations, with ovicidal rates of 72% for <i>Ae. aegypti</i>, 79% for <i>An. stephensi</i> and 64% for <i>Cx. quinquefasciatus</i> at 300 ppm after 72 h. In terms of larvicidal activity, <i>P. indicum</i> showed potent toxicity with LC₅₀ values of 4.28 ppm for <i>Ae. aegypti</i>, 14.01 ppm for <i>An. stephensi</i> and 5.47 ppm for <i>Cx. quinquefasciatus</i>. Additionally, <i>C. odorata</i> exhibited considerable mosquito larvicidal activity at higher concentrations, with LC₅₀ values of 95.28 ppm for <i>Ae. aegypti</i>, 98.95 ppm for <i>An. stephensi</i> and 89.05 ppm for <i>Cx. quinquefasciatus</i> after 24 h. However, no significant pupicidal activity was observed for both EOs. GC–MS analysis identified β-Pinene (14.31%), D-Limonene (13.48%) and Caryophyllene (25.48%) as the main components in <i>P. indicum</i>. The EO from <i>C. odorata</i> contained α-Pinene (12.10%), Geijerene (11.62%) and Caryophyllene (10.64%) as the primary components; probably these compounds were responsible for the observed activities. Toxicity studies indicated that the EOs from both plants had no adverse effects on natural predators. The EOs were then formulated for field application and tested in a laboratory setting; they demonstrated promising mosquitocidal activity without harming natural predators. This study suggests that EOs from <i>P. indicum</i> and <i>C. odorata</i> offer an effective alternative to synthetic pesticides.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110803","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the larvicidal potential and phytochemical composition of Solanum incanum extracts: Insights from molecular docking and GC–MS analysis","authors":"Nael Abutaha,&nbsp;Fahd A. Al-mekhlafi,&nbsp;Nawaf.D. Almoutiri,&nbsp;Mohamed A. Wadaan,&nbsp;Mohammed S. Al-Khalifa","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70011","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Despite continuous efforts to control mosquito populations and disease vectors, they remain prevalent globally and pose significant health risks. Botanicals have garnered increasing attention as alternatives to synthetic insecticides due to their broad-spectrum insecticidal properties, biodegradability, and environmental compatibility. This study aimed to evaluate the larvicidal efficacy of <i>Solanum incanum</i> Soxhlet extracts using various solvents. Additionally, we conducted a phytochemical analysis of the methanol extracts using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) and performed molecular docking studies. The methanol extract of <i>S. incanum</i> demonstrated significant larvicidal activity, with LC₅₀ values of 266.75, 214.52, and 90.15 μg/mL at 24, 48, and 72 hours post-treatment, respectively. GC–MS analysis identified several compounds in the methanol extract, with trans-9-Octadecenoic acid, pentyl ester (17.99%) and propanoic acid, 2-(3-acetoxy-4,4,14-trimethylandrost-8-en-17-yl) (14.42%) being the most abundant. The methanol extract exhibited the highest phenolic content, with 1.44 mg GAE/g. The IC50 values for the DPPH assay were 1.69 mg/mL for the ethyl acetate extract and 6.7 mg/mL for the methanol extract. Furthermore, molecular docking supported the findings, with propanoic acid, 2-(3-acetoxy-4,4,14-trimethylandrost-8-en-17-yl) emerging as the top compound for all targets tested, including AChE (−9.4 kcal/mol), GABA-T (−8 kcal/mol), and ATPase (−7.9 kcal/mol). These results provide valuable insights into the potential application and development of bioinsecticides.</p>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110798","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Biodiversity of Metarhizium From Korea and Pathogenicity Screening of Two Unrecorded Species Metarhizium lepidiotae and Metarhizium robertsii","authors":"Seulki Kim,&nbsp;InJi Heo,&nbsp;Tae Young Shin","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70017","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study analyzed the biodiversity of entomopathogenic fungi <i>Metarhizium</i> species isolated from Korean soil samples and insect cadavers. Morphological characteristics and molecular phylogenetic analyses were used to analyze Korean species diversity. Concatenated datasets of three genes, the translation elongation factor 1-a (TEF), DNA-directed RNA polymerase II (RPB1), and internal transcribed spacer (ITS), were used for phylogenetic analyses using the following three methods: maximum parsimony (MP), Bayesian inference (BI), and maximum likelihood (ML). In addition, the TEF gene was used for molecular identification. As a result, five species were identified: <i>Metarhizium pinghaense</i>, <i>Metarhizium robertsii</i>, <i>Metarhizium rileyi</i>, <i>Metarhizium pemphigi</i>, and <i>Metarhizium lepidiotae</i>. In particular, <i>M. robertsii</i> and <i>M. lepidiotae</i> were identified in Korea for the first time in this study. The TEF gene was useful for species identification of <i>Metarhizium</i> species especially <i>M. pinghaense</i> and <i>Metarhizium anisopliae</i>. Among these fungi, only <i>M. lepidiotae</i> showed high pathogenicity against cotton aphids (<i>Aphis gossypii</i>) and lesser mealworm (<i>Alphitobius diaperinus</i>).</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143110802","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the genetic and morphological diversity of Pantala flavescens across different south Korean river basins","authors":"Da Som Park,&nbsp;Dohee Lee,&nbsp;Woong-Bae Park,&nbsp;Ji-Eun Lee,&nbsp;Jun-Sung Kim,&nbsp;Si-Ae Park,&nbsp;Jeong Chan Moon,&nbsp;Jun-Kyu Park,&nbsp;Yuno Do","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70012","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70012","url":null,"abstract":"<p><i>Pantala flavescens</i>, commonly referred to as the globe skimmer or wandering glider, are migratory dragonflies that are distributed around the world whose genetic diversities and population structures have not been defined in South Korea. Thus, we explored the genetic diversities, population structures, and morphological adaptations of <i>P. flavescens</i> along four main river basins in South Korea. In the present study, we carried out landmark morphometric analysis, microsatellite genotyping, and haplotype network analysis to gain insight into the morphological divergence, genetic diversity, and evolutionary dynamics of the <i>P. flavescens</i> populations from four different river basins. Microsatellite markers and mitochondrial DNA haplotypes revealed moderate genetic diversity and significant gene flow among populations, showing minimal geographic differentiation; hence, this points toward a capacity for extensive gene exchange in this species. Wing morphometrical analysis showed clear morphological differences among populations. However, the fact that there is a lack of correlation between morphological differences and geographic distance argues against pure local environmental pressures driving wing morphology. Based on the global genetic connectivity observed using the haplotype network, <i>P. flavescens</i> represents a model organism to investigate the evolutionary consequences of migration over broad geographic scales. These findings have given important insights into mechanisms maintaining genetic diversity and adaptability in <i>P. flavescens</i> and provided valuable guidance for the conservation of migratory species under rapidly changing environmental conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143117852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Diversity of disease-vector mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) in the urban environment of Buraydah, Saudi Arabia","authors":"Hayat S. Al-Rashidi,&nbsp;Hanan S. Alyahya,&nbsp;Wafa M. Al-Otaibi,&nbsp;Fekri M. Shaher,&nbsp;Abdullah G. Alghamdi,&nbsp;Mohammad M. Aljameeli,&nbsp;Talha A. Al-Dubai,&nbsp;Jazem A. Mahyoub","doi":"10.1111/1748-5967.70015","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/1748-5967.70015","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Mosquitoes are one of the most significant vectors of diseases worldwide. They can transmit many viral and parasitic diseases to humans and animals. A survey was conducted in ten areas in Buraydah City to investigate the prevalence and distribution of mosquitoes in the area. The study involved the collection of adult mosquitoes using Blackhole light traps over a year, from January to December 2021. During this period, a total of 23,346 adult mosquitoes were collected and analyzed as part of the survey. The results showed the presence of several mosquito species, including <i>Aedes aegypti, Ae. caspius, Culex pipiens, Cx. quinquefasciatus, Cx. citizens</i>, and <i>Anopheles d'thali</i>. This mosquito survey revealed the dominance of <i>Cx</i>. mosquitoes, with 21,216 mosquitoes collected out of a total of 23,346, representing 91% of the total. In contrast, the <i>Aedes</i> genus was the second most prevalent species, with 1,860 mosquitoes collected, representing 8% of the total mosquito population. <i>Anopheles</i> mosquitoes were remarkably low, with only 270 individuals collected, representing less than 1% of the total mosquito population. The survey revealed that mosquitoes are present throughout the year, but their density varies due to monthly changes in temperature and humidity. Furthermore, the first documented sighting of the <i>Ae. aegypti</i> mosquito in the city was recorded. This finding represents a serious public health concern, as <i>Ae. aegypti</i> is a known vector of diseases, especially dengue fever. Therefore, there is an urgent need to enhance mosquito surveillance and control measures in Buraydah to mitigate the risks of mosquito-borne disease outbreaks.</p>","PeriodicalId":11776,"journal":{"name":"Entomological Research","volume":"55 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143115316","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}