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Hosseini-Chegeni, Asadollah; Tavakoli, Majid; Telmadarraiy, Zakkyeh

doi:10.11158/saa.24.11.8

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“…The number of ticks obtained is very important in Mazandaran which agrees with the previous studies on the abundance of this tick according to favorable climatic conditions in the Northern provinces of Iran ( 28 , 29 ).…”

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Identification of Intestinal Fungal Microflora and Bacterial Pathogens in the Collected Adult Ixodes ricinus from the Northern Provinces of Iran

Yousefi-Behzadi¹,

Moazzezy²,

Rohani³

et al. 2023

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Background: Ticks are vectors of many pathogens that involve various important diseases in humans and animals, they have several diverse hosts consequently can retain a diverse group of indigenous microbes, from bacteria to fungi. Little is known about the prevalence and diversity of tick microflora colonizing the midgut and their effects on ticks and their interaction. This information is important for development of vector control strategies. Methods: This study was carried out in northern Iran during autumn 2019. Ticks, Ixodes ricinus caught alive on the bodies of domestic animals in the fall. The tick homogenate was prepared. The identification of fungal isolates was carried out according to a combination of macro and microscopic morphology and molecular sequencing. Pathogenic bacteria of the family Borreliaceae, Francisella tularensis, Borrelia burgdorferi and Coxiella burnetii were tested by real-time PCR. Results: A total of 133 mature I. ricinus ticks were collected from domestic animals, including 71.5% cattle and 28.5% sheep. The tick frequency rates were 87.21% for Mazandaran, 8.28% for Golestan and 4.51% for Gilan Provinces. Total prevalence of fungal tick contamination was 53.4% (75/133) of which Trichoderma harzianum (57%) was the most prevalent species followed by Aspergillus spp. (42%), Mortierella alpine (19%) and Penicillium polonicum (14%). All tick samples were negative for three pathogenic bacteria including Francisella tularensis, Coxiella burnetii, and Borrelia burgdorferi by real-time PCR analysis. Conclusion: These results show a first picture of the microbial diversity of ticks and highlight the importance of microbiota and their role in host-pathogen interaction.

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Identification of Intestinal Fungal Microflora and Bacterial Pathogens in the Collected Adult Ixodes ricinus from the Northern Provinces of Iran

Yousefi-Behzadi¹,

Moazzezy²,

Rohani³

et al. 2023

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“…Of the 46 tick species identified in Iran [21,23], Hyalomma ticks are considered the predominant vector of CCHF, with H. marginatum and H. analoticum among the most vital invasive species in Iran [11,23]. Tick populations increase as their ranges expand, and their suitable environments increase due to effects such as climate change [11,202].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…TBEV is transmitted mainly by hard ticks such as Ixodes ricinus, Ixodes persulcatus, Haemaphysalis concinna, and Dermacentor reticulatus with geographical location having an effect on which species disseminates the virus [168]. All three, Ixodes, Haemephysalis, and Dermacentor tick species have been identified in Iran [21,169]. The main reservoir of TBEV are small rodents [168], and Iran has a rich rodent diversity [32,170].…”

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“…In addition to mosquitoes, ticks are another an important vector of VBVDs identified in Iran [21]. Ticks are grouped into three families, specifically, Ixodidae (hard ticks), Argasidae (soft ticks), and Nuttalliellidae [22].…”

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“…Ticks are grouped into three families, specifically, Ixodidae (hard ticks), Argasidae (soft ticks), and Nuttalliellidae [22]. There are ~900 different tick species but only 46 have been reported in Iran [21,23]. Ticks can spread easily to new territories by attaching to animals, such as migratory birds traveling long distances to a new habitat [24].…”

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Medically Significant Vector-Borne Viral Diseases in Iran

Paquette,

Simon,

XIII

et al. 2023

Microorganisms

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Vector-borne viral diseases (VBVDs) continue to pose a considerable public health risk to animals and humans globally. Vectors have integral roles in autochthonous circulation and dissemination of VBVDs worldwide. The interplay of agricultural activities, population expansion, urbanization, host/pathogen evolution, and climate change, all contribute to the continual flux in shaping the epidemiology of VBVDs. In recent decades, VBVDs, once endemic to particular countries, have expanded into new regions such as Iran and its neighbors, increasing the risk of outbreaks and other public health concerns. Both Iran and its neighboring countries are known to host a number of VBVDs that are endemic to these countries or newly circulating. The proximity of Iran to countries hosting regional diseases, along with increased global socioeconomic activities, e.g., international trade and travel, potentially increases the risk for introduction of new VBVDs into Iran. In this review, we examined the epidemiology of numerous VBVDs circulating in Iran, such as Chikungunya virus, Dengue virus, Sindbis virus, West Nile virus, Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever virus, Sandfly-borne phleboviruses, and Hantavirus, in relation to their vectors, specifically mosquitoes, ticks, sandflies, and rodents. In addition, we discussed the interplay of factors, e.g., urbanization and climate change on VBVD dissemination patterns and the consequent public health risks in Iran, highlighting the importance of a One Health approach to further surveil and to evolve mitigation strategies.

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Genetic diversity of Hyalomma marginatum in Tunisia is not influenced by the bio-climate

Benyedem,

Hajji,

Romdhane

et al. 2023

Parasitol Res

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Ticks are important ectoparasites responsible for the transmission of several pathogens with signi cant medical, veterinary, and economic impacts. Climate and social changes have generated substantial changes in ticks' distribution, abundance, and activity patterns, including ticks belonging to the Hyalomma marginatum species. Knowledge on the genetic structure and dynamics of H. marginatum populations might contribute to a better understanding of their current and future evolution under the effects of anthropogenic factors and eco-climatic changes. In the present study, we investigated the genetic structure and phylogenetic distribution of H. marginatum across three bioclimatic regions in Tunisia using two mitochondrial markers (16S and 12S rRNA). The molecular investigations were based on 47 adult H. marginatum ticks collected from humid, upper semi-arid, and subhumid regions of Tunisia. Our results revealed a genetic diversity of 0.278% and 0.809% using the 16S and 12S markers, respectively. The low genetic diversity that we observed raises the hypothesis of a bottleneck event occasioned by a reduction in the size of the tick population under the effects of environmental factors and/or human activities. This hypothesis is supported by the population's demographic history analysis, which revealed a clear deviation from neutrality and supports the occurrence of a bottleneck event followed by a demographic expansion. The fact that most 16S and 12S variability was present in the ticks from the humid bioclimatic zone may suggest that those ticks represent the ancestral population. Overall, the analysis has shown that the phylogenetic clusters do not correspond to the bioclimatic zones.

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><strong>The updated list of ticks (Acari: Ixodidae & Argasidae) occurring in Iran with a key to the identification of species</strong></p>

Cited by 16 publications

References 69 publications

Identification of Intestinal Fungal Microflora and Bacterial Pathogens in the Collected Adult Ixodes ricinus from the Northern Provinces of Iran

Identification of Intestinal Fungal Microflora and Bacterial Pathogens in the Collected Adult Ixodes ricinus from the Northern Provinces of Iran

Medically Significant Vector-Borne Viral Diseases in Iran

Genetic diversity of Hyalomma marginatum in Tunisia is not influenced by the bio-climate

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