Multi-source analysis reveals latitudinal and altitudinal shifts in range of <it>Ixodes ricinus </it>at its northern distribution limit

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>There is increasing evidence for a latitudinal and altitudinal shift in the distribution range of <it>Ixodes ricinus</it>. The reported incidence of tick-borne disease in humans is on the rise in many European countries a...

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Main Authors: Kristoffersen Anja B, Brun-Hansen Hege, Hofshagen Merete, Viljugrein Hildegunn, Jore Solveig, Nygård Karin, Brun Edgar, Ottesen Preben, Sævik Bente K, Ytrehus Bjørnar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/4/1/84