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Susan E Christen1, Kaio C S Tavares, Larissa K O Komati
1Univ. do Estado de Santa Catarina, Centro de Ciências Agroveterinárias, Depto. de Produçao Animal e Alimentos, Av Luis de Camões 2090, 88520-000, Lages, SC. susan_byo@yahoo.com.br
Neotropical Entomology
|January 26, 2010
Summary
A new, simple device effectively stores live tabanids during field collection and transport, preventing specimen loss. This innovation aids entomological research by ensuring specimen integrity from collection to laboratory analysis.
Area of Science:
- Entomology
- Zoology
- Insect Ecology
Background:
- Tabanids (horse flies) are significant vectors of disease and important in ecological studies.
- Specimen loss during field collection and transport can compromise research data.
- Existing methods for live insect collection and storage are often inadequate for fragile specimens like tabanids.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the design and construction of a novel device for live tabanid storage.
- To provide a practical solution for minimizing specimen loss during field collection and laboratory transport.
- To facilitate more accurate and reliable entomological research involving tabanids.
Main Methods:
- Detailed description of the device's construction using readily available materials.
- Illustrations and dimensions provided for easy replication.
- Testing the device's efficacy in maintaining live tabanids under field conditions.
Main Results:
- The device successfully maintained live tabanids during simulated field collection and transport.
- Minimal specimen mortality or damage was observed.
- The device proved simple to construct and use, requiring no specialized equipment.
Conclusions:
- The developed device offers a simple, effective, and economical method for storing and transporting live tabanids.
- This tool can significantly improve data quality in tabanid-related ecological and epidemiological studies.
- The device's design is adaptable for other small, delicate arthropod specimens.
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