First report of unusual case of parasitism by Amblyomma nodosum (Neumann, 1889) in a yellow cururu toad (Rhinella icterica) in the Northeastern Brazilian Caatinga

First report of unusual case of parasitism by Amblyomma nodosum (Neumann, 1889) in a yellow cururu toad (Rhinella icterica) in the Northeastern Brazilian Caatinga

Abstract The Amblyomma genus (Arachnida: Ixodidae) is widely distributed in South America, with 34 species occurring in Brazil. Amblyomma nodosum Neumann 1889 is a species that predominantly feeds on Passeriformes during immature stages (larvae and nymphs) and anteaters (Myrmecophagidae) during adul...

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Main Authors: Daniel Antônio Braga Lee, Darci Moraes Barros-Battesti, Paulo Vitor Cadina Arantes, Jovêncio Mateus Sada, Gustavo Seron Sanches, Marcos Rogério André, Victor Fernando Santana Lima
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Colégio Brasileiro de Parasitologia Veterinaria 2024-06-01
Series:Revista Brasileira de Parasitologia Veterinária
Subjects:
Tick
host
amphibian
Amblyomma nodosum
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