Vertical transmission of Borrelia turicatae (Spirochaetales: Borreliaceae) by autogenously reproducing Ornithodoros turicata (Ixodida: Argasidae) female naturally infected with the spirochetes
S. Filatov, A. Krishnavajhala, J. E. Lopez
This study shows that Ornithodoros turicata ticks transmit Borrelia turicatae to their offspring through transovarial transmission during autogenous reproduction.
bioRxiv · Jun 26, 2023 · PreprintEcology