Amblyomma dissimile (Acari: Ixodidae) PARASITE OF Boa constrictor IN COLOMBIA
Journal Title: Revista MVZ Cordoba - Year 2009, Vol 14, Issue 2
Abstract
Objective. To describe ticks found in two Boa constrictor specimens. Materials and methods. 37 ticks were collected from two adults of Boa constrictor, the parasites were preserved in alcohol 70% and later identified through various keys. The specimens were brought to the Center for Care and Assessment of Wildlife in Montería, Córdoba, Colombia. Results. All the ticks were identified as Amblyomma dissimile, of which 9 were females, 24 males and 4 nymphs. Conclusions. The identification of species of ectoparasites of Boa constrictor contribute to properly maintain this specie in captivity and provides data to establish preventive measures and treatment, also helps in understanding the parasitic agents of wildlife.
Authors and Affiliations
Juan Carrascal V, M. Sc *| Universidad de Córdoba, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia. Departamento de Ciencias Pecuarias. Montería, Colombia.Correspondencia: jcvelasque@yahoo.com, Teresa Oviedo S, M. Sc| Universidad de Córdoba, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia. Departamento de Ciencias Pecuarias. Montería, Colombia., Santiago Monsalve B, Esp| Universidad de Córdoba, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia. Departamento de Ciencias Pecuarias. Montería, Colombia., Ana Torres M, Bióloga| Universidad San Martín, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia. Fundación Neotrópica Colombia. Armenia, Colombia.
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