Shashi Ranjan Kumara, Sunil Kumar Singhb, Gazala Ruhi Fatmaa & Anita Kumaria*
aUniversity Department of Zoology, B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar, India
bDepartment of Zoology, L.N.T. College, B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar, India
Received : 15th January, 2025 ; Revised : 15th February, 2025
DOI:-https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16397232
Abstract– Mosquito-borne diseases pose significant public health risks, particularly in regions with ample stagnant water sources that serve as breeding grounds. This study conducted in Sikandarpur, Muzaffarpur, during February and March 2024, examines mosquito breeding sites and evaluates the effectiveness of community-driven interventions. The findings indicate that stagnant water bodies, including ponds, drains, and uncovered containers, significantly contribute to the local mosquito population, consistent with previous studies on mosquito ecology. Community efforts, such as regularly cleaning water containers and mosquito nets, demonstrated a measurable impact on reducing mosquito densities, aligning with findings from related public health interventions. Quantitative data collected during the survey provides insights into the correlation between these breeding grounds and mosquito density, offering recommendations for future control measures.
Keywords: Mosquito-borne diseases, stagnant water, mosquito breeding, public health, community interventions
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