New tools and insights to assist with the molecular identification of Simulium guianense s.l., main Onchocerca volvulus vector within the highland areas of the Amazonia onchocerciasis focus

- First evidence that Simulium guianense DNA escapes the effects of concerted evolution.
- New ribosomal DNA barcoding tool for the onchocerciasis vector Simulium guianense.
- New ribosomal mitochondrial barcoding tool for Simulium guianense.
- Important Insights into the biology and evolution of Simulium guianense.
- Important Insights for development of further subspecies Simulium guianense identification tools.