Molecular characterization and genetic diversity of Wolbachia endosymbionts in bed bugs (Hemiptera; Cimicidae) collected in Paris.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study aimed to investigate the genetic diversity of Wolbachia in field-caught bed bug species in Paris areas.

Methods

The bed bug specimens were captured from various infested localities in Paris and surrounding cities. They belonged to diverse life stages, including egg, nymph, and adult. They were then identified using morphological and molecular approaches. Furthermore, Wolbachia was detected, and its genetic diversity was investigated by conventional PCR of 16S-rRNA and Wolbachia surface protein (wsp) genes.

Results

A total of 256 bed bug specimens belonging to various life stages [adult (183 specimens), nymph (48), and egg (25)] were captured from seven private apartments, five social apartments, three houses, two immigrant residences, and one retire

SUBMITTER: Chebbah D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10538740 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature