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  • Medical entomology
  • Vector ecology

Background:

  • Standardized sand fly sampling methods are crucial for quantitative studies.
  • Trap placement significantly influences sand fly collection efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate sand fly density differences using sticky and CO2-light traps.
  • To determine the effect of trap proximity to the ground and vertical surfaces on sand fly capture.

Main Methods:

  • Field study conducted over 48 days in a dog kennel in southeast Spain.
  • Comparison of sticky interception traps and CO2-light attraction traps.
  • Varied trap positions relative to ground distance and adjacent vertical surfaces (continuous vs. wire mesh).

Main Results:

  • Sticky trap density was highest near the ground and continuous vertical surfaces.
  • CO2-light trap density was highest when suspended near the ground.
  • No significant species-specific differences in trap positioning effectiveness were observed.

Conclusions:

  • Trap type and positioning significantly influence sand fly capture rates.
  • Optimal placement varies between sticky and CO2-light traps for effective sand fly sampling.
  • Sand flies do not appear to use wire mesh for vertical movement.