HUBUNGAN ANTARA TEMPAT PERKEMBANGBIAKAN NYAMUK (WADAH) DAN LINGKUNGAN FISIK DENGAN KEHADIRAN AEDES SP. LARVAE DI PELABUHAN SOEKARNO MAKASSAR = RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BREEDING PLACES (CONTAINERS) AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT WITH THE PRESENCE OF AEDES SP. LARVAE AT SOEKARNO PORT MAKASSAR

SITI HAIRUNISA. Relationship between breeding places (containers) and physical environment with the presence of Aedes.sp Larvae at Soekarno port Makassar (supervised by Hasanuddin Ishak and Erniwati Ibrahim)

Background: Mosquito-borne viruses from Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus can trigger localized outbreaks, influenced by global mobility. Factors such as water storage type, container conditions, and environmental parameters (temperature, humidity) impact mosquito reproduction and Aedes aegypti larvae presence. Regular sightings of larvae at Soekarno-Hatta Port, Makassar, prompted an investigation into how container and environmental conditions affect larvae. Purpose: This study aims to assess the relationship between breeding containers, environmental conditions, and Aedes larvae presence at Soekarno Port, Makassar. Method: An observational research design with quantitative, cross-sectional methods was employed. Result: From June to July 2024, 285 containers were examined from which 269 were negative and 16 were positive. No significant correlation was found between container type or room temperature and larval presence. However, a significant correlation between air humidity and Aedes larvae presence was identified. Conclusion: The study found no significant link between container type or room temperature and Aedes larvae at Soekarno-Hatta Port. However, increased air humidity was significantly associated with higher larvae presence, highlighting the need for effective mosquito control measures focused on managing humidity.