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Avian Malaria

Avian malaria refers to parasitic diseases affecting birds, primarily caused by Plasmodium species transmitted through mosquito vectors. Research published in Parasite Research examining this topic addresses the ecological and vector control dimensions of disease transmission. Studies have investigated the susceptib…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 11× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2690-6759 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Avian malaria refers to parasitic diseases affecting birds, primarily caused by Plasmodium species transmitted through mosquito vectors. Research published in Parasite Research examining this topic addresses the ecological and vector control dimensions of disease transmission. Studies have investigated the susceptibility of mosquito larvae to insecticides such as chlorpyrifos, examining how second instar larvae respond to chemical interventions in field settings like Egypt's El-Beheira Governorate. This work contributes to understanding vector control strategies that may reduce transmission of avian malaria parasites by targeting the aquatic developmental stages of mosquito vectors. The topic holds significance for both wildlife conservation and public health, as avian malaria can cause substantial mortality in bird populations, particularly in endemic regions and among immunologically naive species. Understanding mosquito larval biology and effective control measures provides essential knowledge for managing disease transmission cycles. Research in this area bridges parasitology, entomology, and environmental health, offering insights into how vector populations can be monitored and controlled to mitigate the spread of avian Plasmodium parasites in diverse ecological contexts.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 11 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Parasite Research (ISSN 2690-6759).

Journal editorial board
DABBU JAIJYAN · United States Aditya Gupta · United States Naglaa Shalaby · Saudi Arabia

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