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Bacterial microbiota associated with Rhipicephalus sanguineus (s.l.) ticks from France, Senegal and Arizona.
Parasites & vectors - 7 Sept 2017
René-Martellet Magalie, Minard Guillaume, Massot Raphael, Tran Van Van, Valiente Moro Claire, Chabanne Luc, Mavingui Patrick
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Ticks of the group Rhipicephalus sanguineus (sensu lato) are distributed worldwide and are major pathogen vectors of both dogs and humans. Previous phylogenetic reconstructions have suggested the existence of two main lineages within this group, "Tropical" and "Temperate". Symbiotic interactions contribute to vector development, survival, reproduction and competence. The diversity of microbial...
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