Detection of a novel bacterium of the genus Midichloria (family Midichloriaceae) in avian-borne Hyalomma marginatum ticks and their trans-Saharan migratory hosts
Introduction: Ticks are haematophagous ectoparasites of vertebrates habitually parasitizing avian species, which may contribute to tick dispersal across continents during migrations (Hasle 2013; Altizer et al., 2011). Midichloria bacteria can be transmitted to the vertebrate host during the tick bit...
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| Language: | English |
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Università degli Studi di Milano
2018-06-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Health, Animal Science and Food Safety |
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| Online Access: | https://riviste.unimi.it/index.php/haf/article/view/10006 |