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ArticleJournal of arthropod-borne diseases2025

Exploitation of Endemic Extremophilic Microbial Strains Isolated from Date Palm Fibrillium in the Saoura Region (Southwest Algeria) as Potential Biocontrol Agents Against Mosquitoes.

Ali Boulanouar, Larbi Benlarbi, Zineb Hamani

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Ali BoulanouarLaboratory of Biological Resources Valorization and Food Safety (BRVFS), Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Tahri Mohamed University of Bechar, Béchar, Algeria.
Larbi BenlarbiLaboratory of Biological Resources Valorization and Food Safety (BRVFS), Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Tahri Mohamed University of Bechar, Béchar, Algeria.
Zineb HamaniLaboratory of Biological Resources Valorization and Food Safety (BRVFS), Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Tahri Mohamed University of Bechar, Béchar, Algeria.

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Abstract

Background: Algeria's extreme ecosystems, such as the Saoura region, represent unique reservoirs of rare microorganisms, inhabiting pristine and unexplored virgin territories with considerable biotechnological potential. Chitinolytic bacteria are particularly noteworthy for mosquito control due to their ability to degrade chitin, the major structural component of the insect cuticle. This study aims to: (i) identify new microbial strains adapted to extreme desert conditions, overcoming the limited efficacy of some bioinsecticides, (ii) address the spread of vector-borne diseases and mosquito resistance, (iii) reduce the environmental impacts of non-selective insecticides, and (iv) explore eco-friendly strategies and integrated biological control. Methods: Shrimp chitin was extracted to prepare selective media for the isolation and purification of chitinolytic bacteria. The entomopathogenic activity of these chitinolytic strains at concentrations of 10 Results: We isolated three chitinolytic strains from Conclusion: This study confirms the larvicidal activity of desert-adapted chitinolytic bacteria, but further research is needed to determine their selectivity toward non-target organisms before considering their application in mosquito management.

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Biological controlChitinolytic microorganismsCulex pipiensPhoenix dactylifera

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