Deciphering the microbial communities in ticks of Inner Mongolia: ecological determinants and pathogen profiles.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ticks are vectors of numerous pathogens, with their bacterial composition, abundance, diversity, and interaction influencing both their growth and disease transmission efficiency. Despite the abundance of ticks in Inner Mongolia, China, comprehensive data on their microbial communities are lacking. This study aims to analyze the microbial communities within ticks from Inner Mongolia to inform innovative control strategies for interrupting pathogen transmission.

Methods

Tick samples were collected from animals and vegetation in multiple locations across Inner Mongolia and stored at - 80 °C. Ticks were identified using morphological keys and molecular biology methods. Full-length 16S rRNA gene sequencing was performed on collected samples. Bacterial community compos

SUBMITTER: Li C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11533347 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature