Biological control of tick populations: review and reflections

This study is concerned with aspects of the relationship between ticks and their hosts that have a bearing on biological control of tick populations. It proposes control methods based on a program that would combine development of an effective vaccine with genetic selection of hosts.

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Published in:Cadernos de saúde pública 1994-03, Vol.10 (1), p.47-52
Main Author: Labarthe, N V
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Boophilus microplus
Dermacentor andersoni
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Resistance to Ticks
Rhipicephalus sanguineus
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Summary:This study is concerned with aspects of the relationship between ticks and their hosts that have a bearing on biological control of tick populations. It proposes control methods based on a program that would combine development of an effective vaccine with genetic selection of hosts.
ISSN:0102-311X
1678-4464
0102-311X
1678-4464
DOI:10.1590/s0102-311x1994000100005