Tick-crocodilian interactions: a review, with the first record of tick (Acari: Ixodidae) infestation in the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus), and a concise host-parasite index
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DOI: 10.1007/s10493-019-00378-0
Abstract: Interactions between ticks and crocodilians (crocodiles, alligators, caiman, and gharials) are poorly studied but may have significant bearing on the ecology and health of these reptiles. The first record of tick infestation of the saltwater… read more here.
Keywords: saltwater crocodile; tick; infestation saltwater; record tick ... See more keywords
Identification and characterization of microRNAs (miRNAs) and their transposable element origins in the saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ab.2020.113781
Abstract: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are 18-24 nucleotide regulatory RNAs. They are involved in the regulation of genetic and biological pathways through post transcriptional gene silencing and/or translational repression. Data suggests a slow evolutionary rate for the saltwater… read more here.
Keywords: saltwater crocodile; micrornas mirnas; crocodile crocodylus; crocodylus porosus ... See more keywords
Impact of poxvirus lesions on saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) skins.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vetmic.2017.09.019
Abstract: Cutaneous poxvirus infections are common in several crocodilian species and are of importance in crocodile farming due to their potential impact on the tanned hide. To confirm poxvirus infection and understand the impact on saltwater… read more here.
Keywords: saltwater crocodile; poxvirus lesions; crocodile crocodylus; crocodylus porosus ... See more keywords