ENY 6951C Advanced Mosquito ID
Description
This course provides intensive and in-depth lecture and hands-on training focused on the identification of adult and larval mosquitoes as well as a review of current and historical mosquito taxonomy and biology topics.
Prerequisites
Students should have basic knowledge of insect morphology, experience and familiarity with stereo and compound microscopes and the use of taxonomic identification keys are highly desirable.
Course Format
In-Person
Course Goals
- Use mosquito taxonomic keys to identify adult female and larval mosquitoes.
- Recognize morphological features used to identify adult female and larval mosquitoes.
- Identify and recognize mosquito genera and a minimum of 50 species that occur in North America.
- Synthesize information on mosquito biology and taxonomy through an in-depth writing assignment.
