phlebotomus

[US]//ˌflebəˈtəʊməs//
[UK]//ˌflebəˈtɑːməs//

Translation

n.A genus of bloodsucking sand flies (Diptera: Psychodidae) common in tropical and subtropical regions.

Example Sentences

the sand fly phlebotomus is the primary vector for leishmaniasis.

only female phlebotomus papatasi are capable of biting humans.

researchers are studying the distribution of phlebotomus species in the region.

effective control of phlebotomus populations reduces infection risks.

larvae of the phlebotomus fly typically breed in moist soil.

the bite of a phlebotomus sand fly can cause skin irritation.

we used light traps to collect adult phlebotomus specimens.

this disease is transmitted exclusively through the bite of infected phlebotomus.

climate change may expand the habitat of the phlebotomus vector.

identifying the exact phlebotomus species is crucial for treatment strategies.

insecticide spraying is a common method to kill phlebotomus flies.

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