Integrating Systematic Surveys With Historical Data to Model the Distribution of Ornithodoros turicata americanus, a Vector of Epidemiological Concern in North America.

ABSTRACT: Globally, vector-borne diseases are increasing in distribution and frequency, affecting humans, domestic animals, and wildlife. Science-based management and prevention of these diseases requires a sound understanding of the distribution and environmental requirements of the vectors and hosts involved in disease transmission. Integrated Species Distribution Models (ISDM) account for diverse data types through hierarchical modeling and represent a significant advancement in species distribution modeling. We assessed the distribution of the soft tick subspecies Ornithodoros turicata americanus. This tick species is a potential vector of African swine fever virus (ASFV), a pathogen responsible for an ongoing global epizootic that threatens agroindustry worldwide. Given the novelty of th

SUBMITTER: Botero-Canola S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11554405 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature