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Comparison of tick resistance of crossbred Senepol × Limousin to purebred Limousin cattle.
Tropical animal health and production - 1 Feb 2014
Hüe Thomas, Hurlin Jean-Claude, Teurlai Magali, Naves Michel
Abstract excerpt
The comparison of resistance to natural tick infestation by Rhipicephalus microplus (Canestrini, 1887) of crossbred Senepol × Limousin and purebred Limousin cattle was investigated. The Senepol breed, originated from St Croix Island in the Caribbean is considered as a Bos taurus breed adapted to tropical conditions. Despite its B. taurus genetic background, it is believed to have a good tick resistance, but this...
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