The role of sheep ked (Melophagus ovinus) as potential vector of protozoa and bacterial pathogens
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-94895-x
Abstract: The sheep ked (Melophagus ovinus) hematophagous insect may act as a potential vector of vector-borne pathogens. The aim of this study was to detect the presence of Trypanosoma spp., Bartonella spp., Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Borrelia… read more here.
Keywords: insects; vector; spp; trypanosoma spp ... See more keywords
First determination of DNA virus and some additional bacteria from Melophagus ovinus (sheep ked) in Tibet, China
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.988136
Abstract: Melophagus ovinus (sheep ked) is one of the common ectoparasites in sheep. In addition to causing direct damage to the host through biting and sucking blood, sheep ked is a potential vector of helminths, protozoa,… read more here.
Keywords: ovinus sheep; dna; melophagus ovinus; sheep ked ... See more keywords