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Based on observations of preserved specimens, Anopheles dthali exhibits the characteristic slender body form typical of the genus Anopheles. The specimens display long, thin legs and narrow, elongated wings, which are diagnostic features of the family Culicidae. The coloration of the specimens is generally muted, consistent with dried museum material.[1]
Anopheles dthali is recognized as a secondary malaria vector in southern Iran.[2] It is widely distributed across various landscapes, including coastal plains, foothills, and mountainous regions, with a notable prevalence in foothill areas.[2] Its range in southern Iran extends to the southern Zagros Mountains and the Persian Gulf coast, reaching altitudes up to 1,410 m.[2]
While it has been identified as a secondary vector with reported sporozoite rates of 0.67–2.08%, its contribution to malaria transmission is considered limited, particularly in areas where primary vectors like Anopheles stephensi are absent.[2]