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Assessment of Invasive Pathogens in Relation to the Distribution of Introduced Mosquitoes in Tonga: Potential Threats to Biodiversity
Grantee Name: 
EcoCare Pacific Trust
HOTSPOT
Polynesia-Micronesia
LOCATION
AMOUNT
US$15,019
DATES
Mar 2006
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May 2006
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Project Overview Overview
CEPF Strategic Direction Strategy
HOTSPOT
Polynesia-Micronesia
LOCATION
AMOUNT
US$15,019
DATES
Mar 2006
-
May 2006

Survey the distribution and abundance of invasive mosquito species in Tonga and analyze blood samples for pathogens, including avian malaria and arboviruses. The project will also work closely with Tongan community groups to raise awareness of mosquito-borne disease and to determine the feasibility of mosquito habitat removal.

Strategic Direction: 1 Prevent, control, and eradicate invasive species in key biodiversity areas