Occurrence Of Panstrongylus Megistus (Burmeister, 1835) In An Area Under Entomological Surveillance In The Southeast Region Of Brazil

Introduction: Panstrongylus megistus is the main triatomine involved in the human transmission of Trypanosoma cruzi in Minas Gerais, Brazil. We analyzed the occurrence of triatomines in the Itauna micro-regions for healthcare. Methods: Data were collected as part of routine entomological surveillance activities, including the species identity, capture site, developmental stage, and trypanosome infection. Results: In total, 503 specimens from five species were captured (495 P. megistus). Adults were mainly captured by residents inside their homes, whereas nymphs were mostly captured by public health professionals outside. Conclusions: The epidemiologically important triatomine, P. megistus, continues to persist in our study region.