Imported Hyalomma ticks in the Netherlands 2018-2020.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ticks of the genus Hyalomma, which are vectors for several tick-borne diseases, are occasionally found in areas outside their endemic range including northern parts of Europe. The objective of this study was to analyse adult Hyalomma ticks that were recently found in the Netherlands.

Methods

Hyalomma ticks were morphologically identified. Cluster analysis, based upon sequence data (cox1 barcoding) for molecular identification, and pathogen detection were performed. Additionally, a cross-sectional survey of horses was conducted to actively search for Hyalomma ticks in summer 2019. Analysis of temperature was done to assess the possibility of (i) introduced engorged nymphs moulting to adults and (ii) establishment of populations in the Netherlands.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Uiterwijk M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8106226 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature