Background Prompt and precise identification of black flies (Simuliidae) is crucial, given their
biting behaviour and significant impact on human and animal health. To address the …

A checklist and keys for the 110 species of black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) in Thailand are
updated. The checklist includes Simulium bishopi Takaoka & Davies of the Simulium …

Simple Summary Black flies, also known as buffalo gnats, are major pests to humans and
animals. Females of some black fly species serve as vectors for transmitting several …

Simple Summary Mosquitoes are small flies, some of which are known as principal vectors
of the pathogens that cause dengue, malaria, filariasis, chikungunya, Japanese …

The ecology of black flies in Thailand was investigated, based on 19,451 larvae and pupae
collected from 65 stream sites in 10 northern provinces during the rainy, cool, and hot …

Abstract Black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) are known as vectors of disease agents in humans
and livestock, with some species being vectors of Onchocerca volvulus, the filarial nematode …

Abstract Black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) are insects of medical and veterinary importance
because some of them are vectors of human and livestock disease agents. Even without …

Rapid and accurate identification is a prerequisite for the study of all aspects of species,
particularly for pests and vectors. Black flies are economically significant blood-sucking …

Simple Summary The discovery and elucidation of species, especially those that are
structurally similar, often require special tools and approaches. The basic principle of a …

High-mountain summits in tropical regions are habitat islands that provide refugia for
northern taxa and opportunities for speciation. These focal hotspots of biodiversity are also …