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Determining Temperature Preference of Mosquitoes and Other Ectotherms
JoVE Journal
Biology
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Determining Temperature Preference of Mosquitoes and Other Ectotherms
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05:31 min

September 28, 2022

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Chapters

  • 00:04Introduction
  • 00:54Insect Preparation
  • 01:21Two-Chamber Apparatus Setup
  • 02:48Mosquito Insertion and Counting
  • 04:01Results: Determination of Temperature Preference in Mosquitoes
  • 05:04Conclusion

Summary

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Insects have an optimal environmental temperature range which they seek to remain within, and many external and internal factors can alter this preference. Here, we describe a cost-effective and simple method to study temperature choice, which allows insects to freely exhibit their natural behaviors.

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