A5067634353- Parasite Biology and Host Interactions
- Vector-borne infectious diseases
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Bird parasitology and diseases
- Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment
- Primate Behavior and Ecology
- Mosquito-borne diseases and control
- Cocoa and Sweet Potato Agronomy
- Reproductive tract infections research
- Helminth infection and control
- Plant Virus Research Studies
- Mollusks and Parasites Studies
- Insects and Parasite Interactions
- Aquatic Ecosystems and Biodiversity
- Insect and Pesticide Research
- Entomopathogenic Microorganisms in Pest Control
- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Coccidia and coccidiosis research
- Invertebrate Taxonomy and Ecology
- Plant and fungal interactions
- Fish Biology and Ecology Studies
- Turtle Biology and Conservation
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Agronomic Practices and Intercropping Systems
University of Georgia
2018-2024
Cotton Research Institute
1995
Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l’analisi dell’economia agraria
1995
University of Pretoria
1995
Abstract Dracunculus medinensis , or human Guinea worm (GW), causes a painful and debilitating infection. The global Worm Eradication Program (GWEP) has successfully reduced GW cases from 3.5 million in 21 countries 1986 to only 30 three remaining 2017. Since 2012, an increase infections domestic dogs, cats baboons been reported. Because these have not followed classical epidemiological patterns resulting water-borne transmission, it hypothesized that transmission occurs via paratenic host....
Anaplasma spp. are Gram-negative obligate intracellular bacteria transmitted by ticks. Even though numerous studies have detected DNA from in the blood of birds, thus far mammals were only vertebrates demonstrated to serve as competent hosts these organisms. We report a novel candidate species Anasplasma that was associated with cytoplasmic inclusions erythrocytes an African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) South Africa. Cytoplasmic morphologically characterized freshly-produced smears, and...
The genus Dracunculus contains numerous species of subcutaneous parasites mammals and reptiles. In North America, there are at least three mammal-infecting Dracunculus. Reports infections have been reported from river otters (Lontra canadensis) since the early 1900s; however, little is known about infecting or their ecology. Most reports do not a definitive identified because females, most common sex found due to larger size location in extremities host, lack distinguishing morphological...
The prevalence and diversity of parasitic nematodes in wildlife have been well studied for certain species, yet others considerable gaps knowledge exist. nematode Dracunculus insignis infects North American wildlife, past research on this species has led to an increased understanding the potential host transmission closely related human Guinea worm, medinensis (which is currently focus a global eradication program). Many definitive hosts documented D. insignis; however, life cycle only...
The Prince Edward Islands are Subantarctic islands in the southwest Indian Ocean that of global importance as seabird nesting sites, and breeding grounds for five species albatrosses (Procellariiformes: Diomedeidae). In March-April 2016 numerous chicks one these species, grey-headed albatross (Thalassarche chrysostoma), were found dead at colonies on Marion Island (46°57'S 37°42'E), larger two Islands. Affected weak, prostrated, apathetic, had drooping wings, many eventually died while...
The Borrelia genus contains two major clades, the Lyme borreliosis group, which includes causative agents of disease/borreliosis (B. burgdorferi sensu stricto and other related B. lato genospecies), relapsing fever group hermsii, turicatae, parkeri). Other unclassified reptile- echidna-associated spp. (i.e., turcica 'Candidatus tachyglossi', respectively) do not belong in either these groups. In North America, from both clades are important pathogens veterinary public health concern. disease...
Larval parasites morphologically identified as Crenosoma goblei were found in orphaned raccoons (Procyon lotor) admitted to a wildlife rehabilitation center Washington State, US. Partial 18S rRNA and cytochrome oxidase I gene sequences most similar other spp. Although commonly reported free-ranging throughout much of the central eastern US, this finding extends range C. into Pacific Northwest North America. Fecal samples taken within 48 h admission positive for larvae 70% (21/30) individuals...
Trichomonas gypaetinii was detected in 117 (88%) of 133 Bald Eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) and 0/7 Golden (Aquila chrysaetos) the USA, with no sex or age prevalence difference. All eagles lacked associated lesions. This study indicated that T. is common widespread Eagles, but rarely disease.
The American white ibis (Eudocimus albus), a common bird species in Florida, has become increasingly urban, with many populations relying heavily on urban and suburban habitats, which may alter parasite transmission. Parasites of ibis, especially haemosporidians, are understudied. Avian haemosporidia can have wide range impacts birds, including decreased reproductive success or increased mortality. Because southern Florida is subtropical high diversity potential vectors for haemosporidia, we...