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Intra- and interspecific variation of Amblyomma ticks from southern Africa.
Parasites & vectors - 28 Aug 2024
Smit Andeliza, Mulandane Fernando, Labuschagne Martinet, Wójick Stephané Heike, Malabwa Choolwe, Sili Gourgelia, Mandara Stephen, Dlamkile Zinathi, Ackermann Rebecca, Rose Vineer Hannah, Stoltsz Wilhelm Heinrich, Huber Karine, Horak Ivan Gerard, Morar-Leather Darshana, Makepeace Benjamin Lawrence, Neves Luis
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BACKGROUND: Amblyomma spp. ticks, known for their long mouthparts, bright ornate appearance and aggressive hunting behaviour, are vectors of a number of important pathogens. In southern Africa, 17 Amblyomma spp. are currently documented. Of these species, Amblyomma hebraeum and Amblyomma variegatum have been well studied due to their wide geographical range and their status as competent vectors of pathogens that...
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