A cryptic species of Onchocerca (Nematoda: Onchocercidae) in blackflies (Simulium spp.) from southern California, USA

A cryptic species of Onchocerca (Nematoda: Onchocercidae) in blackflies (Simulium spp.) from southern California, USA

Abstract Background Entomological surveillance for pathogens based on molecular screening of putative arthropod vectors such as blackflies (Diptera: Simuliidae) is becoming increasingly important. Surveillance provides a means to understand host and geographical patterns of underestimated biodiversi...

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Main Authors: Guilherme G Verocai, Kimberly J Nelson, R Trey Callahan, Joseph Wakoli Wekesa, Hassan K Hassan, Eric P Hoberg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Cervidae
Filarial parasites
Filarioidea
Onchocerciasis
Parasite biodiversity
Vector-borne diseases
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-018-3133-9

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