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Nestedness of ectoparasite-vertebrate host networks. [PDF]

PLoS ONE, 2009
Determining the structure of ectoparasite-host networks will enable disease ecologists to better understand and predict the spread of vector-borne diseases.
Sean P Graham, Hassan K Hassan, Nathan D Burkett-Cadena, Craig Guyer, Thomas R Unnasch   +4 more
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Manipulation of the aquatic physical environment and its relationship with ectoparasitic infection in dumbo catfish (Clarias sp)

Depik Jurnal, 2023
Fish disease is an obstacle in the cultivation of Dumbo catfish (Clarias sp.) which can result in fish death. The need for information on how to prevent and treat fish diseases is very necessary.
Suratno Suratno, Suryono Suryono, Muhammad Naswir   +2 more
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Phylogenetic analyses reveal bat communities in Northwestern Mexico harbor a high diversity of novel cryptic ectoparasite species

Ecology and Evolution, 2023
Parasites are integral parts of ecosystem function and important drivers of evolutionary processes. Characterizing ectoparasite diversity is fundamental to studies of host–parasite interactions, evolution, and conservation, and also for understanding ...
Laura A. Najera‐Cortazar, Alex Keen, Thomas Kitching, Drew Stokes, Simon J. Goodman   +4 more
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Infestation patterns and ecological distribution of fleas and sucking lice on Rattus tanezumi in southwest China: Evidence from a long-term multi-provincial study (2000–2024) [PDF]

Veterinary World
Background and Aim: The oriental house rat (Rattus tanezumi) is a dominant commensal rodent in southwest China and an important reservoir host for multiple zoonotic pathogens.
Xue-Jiao Zhu, Ya-Nan Li, Xian-Guo Guo, Tian-Guang Ren, Yong-Guang Jing, Lei Zhang, Ti-Jun Qian   +6 more
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Identification of Ectoparasites and Gastrointestinal Parasites in Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus)

Journal of Parasite Science, 2022
This study aims to determine the prevalence and identify ectoparasite and gastrointestinal parasites in Eurasian tree sparrow (Passer montanus) in Kediri Regency, East Java, Indonesia.
Moh. Ilham Rizkul Ulum, Mochamad Lazuardi, Nunuk Dyah Retno Lastuti, Poedji Hastutiek, Soeharsono Soeharsono, Amirul Muslim Amrullah   +5 more
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Efficacy of fluralaner (Exzolt) for the treatment of natural Allopsoroptoides galli infestations in laying hens

Poultry Science, 2022
: Mite infestations in laying hens can cause losses to producers due to stress, reduced egg production and even death of birds. A new species of mite, Allopsoroptoides galli (A.
Nilce Maria Soares, Edna Clara Tucci, Gustavo Perdoncini, Ricardo Della Matta Junior   +3 more
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Ectoparasitic Arthropods Collected From Some Northern Ohio Mammals [PDF]

, 2017
Ectoparasitic arthropods were collected from some fur-bearing mammals in northern Ohio. Specimens representing seven mammalian species were examined and found to collectively harbor acarines, fleas, and biting lice.
Johnston, Scott A, Rockett, C. Lee
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Record of an Ectoparasitic Fungus on Eggs of the Neotropical Termite Nasutitermes corniger (Blattaria, Isoptera, Termitidae)

Sociobiology, 2023
Insects and fungi are abundant in many environments and often interact. However, little information exists on the fungal infestation of insect eggs. Here, we report an entomogenous fungus similar to Hormiscioideus filamentosus (Blackweel & Kimbrough ...
Ana Maria Costa-Leonardo, Vanelize Janei
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Additional Records of Michigan Bat Ectoparasites [PDF]

, 2017
New Michigan county records for Ischnopsyllidae, Cimicidae, Spinturnicidae, Macro- nyssidae, and Trombiculidae from bats are given along with two new bat/parasite records for the United ...
Dood, Steven B, Kurta, Allen
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Why New Vaccines for the Control of Ectoparasite Vectors Have Not Been Registered and Commercialized?

Vaccines, 2019
The prevention and control of vector-borne diseases is a priority for improving global health. Despite recent advances in the characterization of ectoparasite-host-pathogen molecular interactions, vaccines are not available for most ectoparasites and ...
José de la Fuente, Agustín Estrada-Peña   +1 more
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