Phylogeography and structure of Hyalomma marginatum populations in the context of Corsica, France.

ABSTRACT: Hyalomma marginatum is a hard tick vector of various pathogens, including Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic fever. This species has a wide distribution, from North Africa to Eastern Europe. Despite previous regional studies ofHyalomma marginatum, no research has yet focused on its intra-island genetic diversity and population dynamics. This study aims to investigate the introduction zones, genetic variability, and population structure of Hyalomma marginatum in Corsica thereby, enhancing our understanding of how its populations are distributed and maintained across the island. Ticks were collected from cattle and horses across Corsica between 2022 and 2024, and their morphological identification was conducted. DNA was extracted and two mitochondrial genes (12S and COX1) were amplified and sequence

SUBMITTER: Gasparine M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12627171 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature