Ixodes heathi n. sp. (Acari: Ixodidae), a co-endangered tick from the critically endangered mountain pygmy possum (Burramys parvus), with notes on its biology and conservation |
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| Authors: | M. L. Kwak C. Madden L. Wicker |
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| Affiliation: | 1.Department of Biological Sciences,National University of Singapore,Singapore,Republic of Singapore;2.Australian Wildlife Health Centre,Healesville Sanctuary, Zoos Victoria,Healesville,Australia |
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| Abstract: | A new species of co-endangered tick, Ixodes heathi n. sp., is described from specimens of the nymph collected on the critically endangered mountain pygmy possum (Burramys parvus Broom) from the alpine region of Victoria, Australia. Its biology is discussed along with strategies for its conservation. |
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