A multi-level analysis of the relationship between environmental factors and questing <it>Ixodes ricinus</it> dynamics in Belgium

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ticks are the most important pathogen vectors in Europe. They are known to be influenced by environmental factors, but these links are usually studied at specific temporal or spatial scales. Focusing on <it>Ixodes ricinus</i...

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Main Authors: Li Sen, Heyman Paul, Cochez Christel, Simons Leopold, Vanwambeke Sophie O
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-07-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/5/1/149