Modification of Disney trap for capture of sand flies (Diptera: Psychodidae: Phlebotominae).
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This paper describes the modifications made to the original model of the Disney trap, with a view to easier handling of the same, greater practicability in the collection of sand flies, protection of the animal bait and durability of the trap in the field.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz
دوره 102 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007