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June 19, 2026American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

Identification of Livestock Ticks and Molecular Characterization of Tick-Associated Microorganisms in Senegal

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ADAdama Zan DiarraMSMassamba SyllaKSKhalifa Serigne Babacar Sylla

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Randomized trial investigates tick species and pathogens in livestock, suggesting enhanced surveillance is vital.

Key Points

  • This research aims to identify tick species and characterize associated microorganisms in livestock in Senegal.
  • Ticks were collected from livestock in the Kaffrine and Tambacounda regions of Senegal, totaling 212 specimens.
  • Identification combined morphological keys, molecular markers, and MALDI-TOF MS techniques.
  • Pathogens were detected using quantitative PCR (qPCR) and sequencing methods.
  • 36.8% (78/212) of the ticks tested positive for at least one microorganism.
  • Rickettsia spp. and Coxiella burnetii were found in 7.4% (16/212) each.
  • Anaplasma ovis and other pathogen species were identified, underscoring the presence of zoonotic pathogens.

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Diarra et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a34dc9f65a5b0777af2cc84https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.25-0330
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