Regulation of Aedes aegypti Population Dynamics in Field Systems: Quantifying Direct and Delayed Density Dependence

摘要: Transgenic strains of Aedes aegypti have been engineered to help control transmission dengue virus. Although resources invested in developing the strains, we lack data on ecology mosquitoes that could impact success this approach. studies intra-specific competition conducted using Ae. larvae, none these examine mixed age cohorts at densities occur field, with natural nutrient levels. Experiments were Mexico determine direct and delayed density dependence populations. Natural water, food, larval used estimate impacts survival, development, adult body size. Direct density-dependent factors had a significant These results indicate methods attempting reduce mosquito populations may be counteracted by population regulation.