Monomorium ant is a carrier for pathogenic and potentially pathogenic bacteria

Monomorium ant is a carrier for pathogenic and potentially pathogenic bacteria

Abstract Objectives Household ants are regarded as a major household pest and their close association with microorganisms and people means that they may constitute a disease risk. Our study is the first to provide information on the pathogenicity of Monomorium spp. a common insect in Kuwait by quant...

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Main Authors: Jenan S. Alharbi, Qaderya Alawadhi, Simon R. Leather
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-04-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
Subjects:
Ant pathogenicity
Bacterial types
Risk on health
House hygiene
Infection by Salmonella
Pathogen carrier
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13104-019-4266-4

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