Population genetic structure and maternal lineage of South African crossbred Nguni cattle using the cytochrome b gene in mtDNA
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DOI: 10.1007/s11250-020-02231-8
Abstract: The Nguni cattle breed predominates South Africa and is endowed with traits favourable against environmental stressors such as heat stress and resistance to diseases. Interventions to improve production have led to the erosion of the… read more here.
Keywords: lineage; cytochrome gene; haplotype; nguni cattle ... See more keywords
Prevalence and tick loads in Nguni cattle reared in different environmental conditions across four provinces of South Africa
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DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2022.1943-1953
Abstract: Background and Aim: In tropical and subtropical countries, ixodid ticks are among livestock’s most economically important ectoparasites. Although Nguni cattle from South Africa have adapted to harsh environments, it is unknown whether they will be… read more here.
Keywords: prevalence; environmental conditions; different environmental; nguni cattle ... See more keywords
Pathogenic and Endosymbiotic Bacteria and Their Associated Antibiotic Resistance Biomarkers in Amblyomma and Hyalomma Ticks Infesting Nguni Cattle (Bos spp.)
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DOI: 10.3390/pathogens11040432
Abstract: Deciphering the interactions between ticks and their microbiome is key to revealing new insights on tick biology and pathogen transmission. However, knowledge on tick-borne microbiome diversity and their contribution to drug resistance is scarce in… read more here.
Keywords: antibiotic resistance; ticks infesting; resistance; associated antibiotic ... See more keywords