Effect of a second bloodmeal on the oesophagus colonization by Leishmania mexicana complex in Lutzomyia evansi (Diptera: Psychodidae)

Effect of a second bloodmeal on the oesophagus colonization by Leishmania mexicana complex in Lutzomyia evansi (Diptera: Psychodidae)

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Migration and colonization of PRO E2 the oesophagus by Leishmania mexicana parasites were enhanced after digestion of a second bloodmeal intake in Lutzomyia evansi.This event has epidemiological significance since it affects the infection susceptibility of this sand fly species, which is a proven vector of L.chagasi in Colombian and Venezuelan visceral leishmaniasis foci.Also, it may explain the host seeking behaviour Lift Nut with Yoke displayed by some partially bloodfed flies found inside houses.