From bites to barcodes: uncovering the hidden diversity of black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) in Vietnam

From bites to barcodes: uncovering the hidden diversity of black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) in Vietnam

Abstract Background Prompt and precise identification of black flies (Simuliidae) is crucial, given their biting behaviour and significant impact on human and animal health. To address the challenges presented by morphology and chromosomes in black fly taxonomy, along with the limited availability o...

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Main Authors: Qi Yan Putt, Zubaidah Ya’cob, Peter H. Adler, Chee Dhang Chen, Yan Xin Hew, Noor Izwan-Anas, Koon Weng Lau, Mohd Sofian-Azirun, Xuan Da Pham, Hiroyuki Takaoka, Van Lun Low
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-08-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Simulium
DNA barcoding
COI gene
Big zinc finger gene
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-023-05892-0

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-023-05892-0

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