Rhipicephalus sanguineus Complex in the Americas: Systematic, Genetic Diversity, and Geographic Insights.

ABSTRACT: The Rhipicephalus sanguineus group encompasses at least 12 validated species of Palearctic and Afrotropical hard ticks, which are relevant in veterinary medicine and public health. The taxonomy of R. sanguineus s.s., has been particularly intensely debated, due to its wide geographic distribution, morphological variants, parasite-host associations, and its capacity and vectorial competence for the transmission of several pathogens. By sequencing mitochondrial markers, it was possible to identify the existence of multiple lineages, among which the Tropical and the Temperate lineages stand out, particularly in America. However, the northern limit between these lineages is not clear due to the lack of extensive sampling across Mexico. For this reason, the aim of the present stud

SUBMITTER: Sanchez-Montes S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8471700 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature