All instars of larval Coquillettidia perturbans were found in the same habitats, but early instar larvae were more aggregated than later instars. Larvae were most numerous in areas dominated by arrow-arum (Peltandra virginica) and maidencane (Panicum hemitomon), less so in areas dominated by sedges (Carex spp.) and miscellaneous mixed vegetation, and least abundant in pickerelweed (Pontederia c...

Introduction Water is an indispensable part for the sustenance of mankind and the increasing awareness about the environment; especially aquatic ecosystems have attracted the attention of researchers worldwide. A definite need exists to develop a low cost and eco-friendly technology to remove pollutants particularly heavy metals, thereby improving water quality. Phytoremediation offers an attra...