Population structure of G. pallidipes tsetse flies in Northwestern Kenya - Towards effective vector control
The possibly genetically distinct tsetse population in Oropoi suggests limited gene flow, possibly due to geographic or ecological barriers. Further studies with expanded sampling are needed to confirm these findings and assess the boundaries of this genetic cluster beyond the Kenya-Uganda border. Integrating genetic data into surveillance and control programs will enhance the effectiveness of tsetse management strategies.
Authors
- Samuel Guya
- Sylvia Muthama Korir
- Winnie A. Okeyo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2286-7847)
- Bateta Rosemary
- Miriam Jemutai
- Daniel Ochieng’ Gamba
- David N. Ndung'u
- Paul O. Mireji
Institutions
- Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KE)
- Pan African Tsetse and Trypanosomiasis Eradication Campaign (BF)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Infection Genetics and Evolution
- Published
- 2026-01-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meegid.2026.105881
- Primary Topic
- Trypanosoma species research and implications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00