Ecological Aspects of the Predominant Species of Phlebotominae Sand Flies (Diptera: Psychodidae) in Hamadan, Iran

Leishmaniases are important diseases in many parts of the world, which are transmitted by bites of sand flies.
This study aimed at investigating some ecological aspects of sand flies in Hamadan.
In this descriptive cross-sectional study, sand flies were collected weekly by sticky traps.
For this study, 3305 sand flies were collected and identified during 2013. Sand flies active season began from May till October in Hamadan. The greatest activity occurring between 08:00 pm till 12:00 pm.
In order to avoid the possible transmission of diseases and reduction of harassments of sand flies, especially in the period of greatest activity, personal protection is recommended.