Modification of Disney trap for capture of sand flies (Diptera: Psychodidae: Phlebotominae)

Mem Inst Oswaldo Cruz. 2007 Nov;102(7):877-8. doi: 10.1590/s0074-02762007005000111. Epub 2007 Dec 11.

Abstract

This paper describes the modifications made to the original model of the Disney trap, with a view to easier handling of the same, greater practicability in the collection of sand flies, protection of the animal bait and durability of the trap in the field.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Female
  • Insect Control / instrumentation*
  • Insect Control / methods
  • Insect Vectors / classification*
  • Male
  • Population Density
  • Psychodidae / classification*