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First report of Rhodnius stali (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Triatominae) in the State of Acre and in the Brazilian Amazon

Abstract:

INTRODUCTION:

This paper reports, for the first time, the presence of Rhodnius stali in the state of Acre and in the Brazilian Amazon.

METHODS:

Specimens of R. stali were collected by the Federal University of Acre in Rio Branco.

RESULTS:

The number of Triatominae species in the State of Acre increased from five to six. This was also the first report of R. stali in the Brazilian Amazon.

CONCLUSIONS:

The occurrence of R. stali is worrisome, since this species has been found naturally infected by Trypanosoma cruzi and there has been evidence of its domiciliation capabilities.

Keywords:
Triatominae; Rhodnius stali; Western Amazon

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