Morphological and Molecular Characterization of Tick Species Infesting Cattle in South Africa

Morphological and Molecular Characterization of Tick Species Infesting Cattle in South Africa

Ticks are a significant threat to livestock globally, with certain species displaying distinct host preferences at various developmental stages. Accurate species-level identification is essential for studying tick populations, implementing control strategies, and understanding disease dynamics. This...

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Main Authors: Tsireledzo Goodwill Makwarela, Nkululeko Nyangiwe, Tracy Madimabi Masebe, Appolinaire Djikeng, Lucky Tendani Nesengani, Rae Marvin Smith, Ntanganedzeni Olivia Mapholi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
Subjects:
16S rRNA sequencing
cattle ticks
phylogenetic analysis
tick identification
tick-borne diseases
South Africa
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/11/12/638
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