Abstract
Nestling House Sparrows, Passer domesticus, are involved in the amplification of western encephalitis (WE) virus activity in Hale County, Texas, during the epidemic season (Hayes et al., 1961 Holden et al, 1973a). Experimental studies (Holden et al., 1973b) have shown that nestlings of this species are admirably suited for this role since they may circulate virus in the bloodstream for several days at concentrations sufficient for infecting vector mosquitoes. Information on the nesting activity and reproductive capacity of the House Sparrow in Hale County is requisite to an understanding of the seasonal dynamics of WE virus activity in the area; therefore, the present study was undertaken.
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