Wenfei Zhang

College of Life Sciences, Hainan Normal University, Haikou, 571158, Hainan, China
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Journal of Mosquito Research, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/jmr.2024.14.0019
Received: 26 May, 2024    Accepted: 08 Jul., 2024    Published: 29 Jul., 2024

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Zhang W.F., 2024, Role of climate and environmental changes in mosquito population dynamics, Journal of Mosquito Research, 14(4): 195-203 (doi: 10.5376/jmr.2024.14.0019)

The dynamics of mosquito populations are critically influenced by climate and environmental factors, which play a crucial role in the transmission of mosquito-borne diseases. This study explores the effects of climate change-specifically temperature variations, precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events-on mosquito life cycles, habitats, and distribution. Additionally, the study examines the impact of environmental changes, such as urbanization, agricultural practices, and pollution, on mosquito populations. Through three detailed case studies, the effects of rising temperatures in Southeast Asia, urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa, and agricultural expansion in South America on populations of Aedes aegypti, Anopheles, and Culex mosquitoes are respectively explored. The findings emphasize the increased public health risks associated with climate-induced mosquito proliferation and highlight the necessity of adopting adaptive strategies in mosquito control. The study concludes by offering recommendations for future research, including predictive modeling of mosquito population dynamics, long-term monitoring, and innovative control methods, to better address the challenges of mosquito population management posed by climate and environmental changes.

Mosquito population dynamics; Climate change; Environmental impact; Mosquito-borne diseases; Public health strategies