Axenic Aedes aegypti develop without live bacteria, but exhibit delayed development and reduced oviposition.
Maria A. Correa, Doug E Brackney, Blaire Steven
This study develops an axenic rearing method for Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, showing delayed development and reduced oviposition in the absence of live bacteria.
bioRxiv · Feb 13, 2018 · PreprintMicrobiology