Poor vector competence of the human flea, Pulex irritans, to transmit Yersinia pestis
Abstract Background The human flea, Pulex irritans, is widespread globally and has a long association with humans, one of its principal hosts. Its role in plague transmission is still under discussion, although its high prevalence in plague-endemic regions and the presence of infected fleas of this...
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| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-06-01
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| Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-021-04805-3 |