Do avian malaria parasites reduce vector longevity?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cois.2018.08.001
Abstract: Avian Plasmodium and malaria-like parasites of the genus Haemoproteus are widespread vector-borne parasites commonly found infecting birds. These parasites impose deleterious effects on their vertebrate hosts compromising their survival. While the interaction between these parasites… read more here.
Keywords: vector; longevity; avian malaria; malaria parasites ... See more keywords
Specialized fungal parasites reduce fitness of their lichen hosts
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DOI: 10.1093/aob/mcx124
Abstract: Background and aims Understanding to what extent parasites affect host fitness is a focus of research on ecological interactions. Fungal parasites usually affect the functions of vascular plants. However, parasitic interactions comprising effects of fungal… read more here.
Keywords: growth rates; fungal parasites; fitness; parasites reduce ... See more keywords