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Breeding Place Preference of Aedes sp. at the Tsunami Area Banda Aceh City Agustina, Elita; Emil, Muhammad Farhan Putra
Journal of Biotechnology and Natural Science Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): June
Publisher : Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12928/jbns.v4i1.10400

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The rebuilding of the post-tsunami community residential in Banda Aceh   has had an impact on the emergence of Aedes habitat. The Aedes choose a container to breed based on biotic and abiotic factors that support their survival. This study aimed to the identification of Aedes species, location and type positive containers Aedes larvae at the area tsunami Banda Aceh. Methods an observational study of a cross-sectional approach involved 100 houses. Data larvae were collected using the single larvae method. Observations of containers were carried out in natural and artificial containers, indoors and outdoors. Positive containers Aedes larvae were recorded for the type of container and location found. The result of the study found two species of Aedes, there were Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. Larvae of Ae. aegypti was generally found in containers indoors (71%) and containers outdoors (29%). Larvae of Ae. albopictus were found in containers indoors (10%) and containers outdoors (90%). The types of positive breeding containers of Ae. aegypti found were bathtubs (71%), discarded tires (9%), plastic drums (5%), water tanks (5%), watering pots (5%) and flower pots (5%). The containers were observed found larvae of Ae. albopictus were the bucket (30%), plastic drum (20%), bathtub (10%), discarded tires (10%), pet drinking place (10%), mineral water jar (10%) and coconut shells (10%). Monitoring of containers indoors and outdoors that can hold water is important supports the eradication program breeding places of Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus.
Preliminary Survey of Aedes sp. Larvae in Mosques of Banda Aceh During Ramadan 2025 Emil, Muhammad Farhan Putra; Emil, Raudhah Putri Emil
Journal of Biotechnology and Natural Science Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): June
Publisher : Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12928/jbns.v5i1.12982

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The Aedes sp. mosquito is the main vector of dengue fever that breeds in environments with suitable breeding sites. Mosques, as places of worship with bathroom facilities and water storage containers, have the potential to become breeding grounds for Aedes sp. mosquitoes. This study aims to identify the presence of Aedes sp. larvae in mosque bathrooms in Banda Aceh during Ramadan 2025. A total of 45 mosques across nine districts were surveyed using a random sampling method (data representation with equal chances of selection). Observations focused on water storage containers, ventilation, lighting, and the availability of container covers. Larvae and water samples were collected and analyzed in the laboratory. The findings confirm the presence of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus larvae, with a higher prevalence of Aedes aegypti due to its preference for indoor breeding sites. Poor ventilation, inadequate lighting, and uncovered water storage containers were key factors contributing to mosquito breeding. These results highlight the potential risk of dengue transmission in mosques, emphasizing the need for improved water management and preventive measures to ensure worshippers' safety. Strengthening mosquito control efforts in places of worship is essential to minimize dengue fever outbreaks, particularly during periods of increased human activity such as ramadan.