Insectest offers a wide variety of species against which it can carry out its efficacy tests. While some of the species are bred in its own insectarium, others are obtained from partner laboratories or are collected in the field.
A ubiquitous and widely distributed mosquito species throughout the world, capable of breed in almost every standing water source. It is a potential vector of parasites and viruses such as West Nile virus (WNV).
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Mosquito species widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, also known as the southern house mosquito. It is an important vector for many diseases, including different filariasis and West Nile virus.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Mosquito species native to Asia but currently spread to many other parts of the world, also known as the Asian tiger mosquito. Its considered one of the most invasive mosquito. Furthermore, it is an important vector for diseases such as dengue fever and Zika.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Mosquito species found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. It is an important vector for diseases such as yellow fever, Zika, and dengue fever.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Mosquito species found in Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region and widely distributed throughout Spain. It does not normally transmit pathogens, but it is considered the main vector of malaria.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Mosquito species found in the Middle East, South Asia, and East Africa. It is an important vector for malaria, especially in India.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Blackflies are a family of diptera whose painful bite can cause significant economic losses due to their impact on livestock. In humans they are also very problematic due to the allergic reactions they cause.
In some parts of the world these insects act as vectors of onchocerciasis, also known as “river blindness”, which is not present in Spain.
Availability: collected in field
Sandfly species found in Mediterranean countries. It is an important vector for Leishmania infantum, the parasite that causes leishmaniasis in both humans and dogs.
Availability: collected in field
Wasp species widely distributed in Europe, Asia, and North America, also known as common wasp. Its painful stings might lead to severe allergic reactions in some people. Moreover, it is also capable of biting.
Availability: collected in field
Most common fly species in many climates around the world, also known as housefly. Its presence can be troublesome, and they can act as mechanical vectors of pathogens responsible for diseases such as salmonellosis.
Availability: collected in field
Also known as the fruit fly, it is a model organism widely used in biomedical research. It has been important in advancing our understanding of genetics and disease, as it has been used to study a range of human disorders.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Fly species, commonly known as the black soldier fly, relevant due to the decomposer role of its larvae through conversion of organic materials into protein-rich biomass, thus potentially reducing environmental waste.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Fly species, commonly known as the stable fly, which can bite and feed on blood from mammals. This makes it a vector for various pathogens to both humans and livestock, posing health risks and economic concerns in affected regions.
Availability: collected in field
Cockroach species, also known as oriental cockroach, which has predilection for settling in damp places rich in organic matter, making it a common pest in food storage places where they can contaminate food with different pathogens.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Cockroach species which reproduces faster than other urban cockroaches, also known as German cockroach. It feeds on a variety of food, making it a common pest capable of contaminating surfaces and foods with different pathogens.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Cockroach species which usually feds on rotten and fermented food, also known as American cockroach. Due to its urban habitat and his food preferences, it is capable of spreading different pathogens.
Availability: collected in field
Tick species, commonly known as castor bean tick, found throughout Europe and to a lesser extent in other continents. Besides other mammals, it can bite humans, acting as a vector for a range of diseases such as Lyme disease and tick-borne encephalitis.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Tick species, commonly known as brown dog tick, found throughout urban environments worldwide. It can bite humans, but it preferably feeds on dogs, acting as a vector for diseases such as canine ehrlichiosis and canine babesiosis.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Tick species predominantly found in grassy and wooded areas throughout Europe. It feeds on a wide variety of hosts, including dogs, cattle, and deer, and can act as a vector for pathogens such as Babesia canis and several Rickettsia species.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Tick species prevalent in parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe. It usually feeds on birds and it is a known vector for various diseases such as Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Moth species, also known as Indianmeal moth, which are a common and difficult to eradicate grain-feeding pest around the world.
Availability: breed in our insectarium
Also known as the common clothes moth, this species represents a common pest in human environments. This is because the larvae can derive nourishment from clothing, especially wool, but also many other fibres.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Bedbug species that usually inhabits hot, dry environments, appearing in homes throughout the world. It feeds on human blood, causing skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Ant species found throughout Europe, as well as parts of America and Asia, commonly known as black garden ant. It is a nuisance pest primarily found in outdoor and garden environments.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Coleoptera species, also known as mealworm beetle, with little or no impact on human health. However, its larvae are an important pest in the flour industry because they can devaluate the product.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Coleoptera species, also known as black carpet beetle, capable of feeding on a variety of materials and fabrics. It has not direct impact on human health, but it is considered a nuisance pest that can cause damage to fabrics, carpets, and other household items.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
Ectoparasite of poultry which feeds on their blood, causing anemia, reduced egg production, and even death in severe infestations. It can also bite humans, causing skin irritation and mild rashes.
Availability: collected in field
House dust mite species that thrives in warm and humid spaces, being the most frequent mite in these environments. It is a common cause of allergic reactions in humans, including asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Availability: bought or available in partner´s laboratories
