Research reveals genetic diversity and morphological variations in Aedes aegypti across urban and rural landscapes, indicating complex ecological interactions.
Key Points
Aedes aegypti populations show significant morphological and genetic variation across different landscapes.
Notably, populations in Burkina Faso display the highest proportion of white scales, while Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana show greater black scales predominance.
Bayesian analysis indicates high gene flow among populations, with two major mitochondrial lineages identified.
Findings highlight the implications for understanding arbovirus transmission dynamics and developing targeted interventions.