Evaluation of rotational grazing as a control strategy for Rhipicephalus microplus in a tropical region

Nicaretta, João Eduardo; Santos, Jordana Belos dos; Couto, Luiz Fellipe Monteiro; Heller, Luciana Maffini; Cruvinel, Leonardo Bueno; Júnior, Rubens Dias de Melo; Cavalcante, Alliny Souza de Assis; Zapa, Dina María Beltrán; Ferreira, Lorena Lopes; Monteiro, Caio Márcio de Oliveira; Soares, Vando Edésio; Lopes, Welber Daniel Zanetti

doi:10.1016/j.rvsc.2020.04.006

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“…The determination of the spelling periods required to achieve significant control of R. microplus in different periods of the year at a particular area is the basic knowledge necessary to apply this method. In this sense, there are studies in the Neotropics that already addressed this subject and raised proposals on the adequate application of these methods at different latitudes [ 8 , 19 , 21 , 35 , 36 , 37 ]. Additionally, some models have been developed to infer the impact of different management methods to achieve a maximum mortality of questing larvae in the grass, thus “cleaning” the pasture [ 38 , 39 ].…”

Section: The Abiotic Niche (Weather and Climate)mentioning

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One Health Approach to Identify Research Needs on Rhipicephalus microplus Ticks in the Americas

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We aim to provide a harmonized view of the factors that affect the survival and promote the spread of R. microplus in the Neotropics, approaching its different facets of biology, ecology, distribution, and control. We review the interactions among environmental niche, landscape fragmentation, vegetal coverage (abiotic traits), and the biotic aspects of its ecology (abundance of domesticated or wild competent hosts), proposing emerging areas of research. We emphasize a holistic view integrating an economically and ecologically sustainable control of infestations and transmitted pathogens by R. microplus in the Neotropics. Examples of research link the trends of climate, the composition of the community of hosts, the landscape features, and a tailored management based on ecological grounds. Our view is that factors driving the spread of R. microplus are complex and deeply interrelated, something that has been seldom considered in control strategies. The effects of climate may affect the dynamics of wildlife or the landscape composition, promoting new patterns of seasonal activity of the tick, or its spread into currently free areas. In this paper we encourage a One Health approach highlighting the main aspects governing the components of the tick’s life cycle and its interactions with livestock and wild animals.

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Section: The Abiotic Niche (Weather and Climate)mentioning

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One Health Approach to Identify Research Needs on Rhipicephalus microplus Ticks in the Americas

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“…However, this method had limited appeal to cattle producers because of the laborious management and the possible adverse effect on pasture quality [ 143 ]. A recent study in Brazil found that pasture rotation may not sufficiently decrease the burden of R. microplus on host cattle [ 145 ], making this method unappealing.…”

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Rhipicephalus Tick: A Contextual Review for Southeast Asia

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Rhipicephalus species are distributed globally with a notifiable presence in Southeast Asia (SEA) within animal and human populations. The Rhipicephalus species are highly adaptive and have established successful coexistence within human dwellings and are known to be active all year round, predominantly in tropical and subtropical climates existing in SEA. In this review, the morphological characteristics, epidemiology, and epizootiology of Rhipicephalus tick species found in SEA are reviewed. There are six commonly reported Rhipicephalus ticks in the SEA region. Their interactions with their host species that range from cattle, sheep, and goats, through cats and dogs, to rodents and man are discussed in this article. Rhipicephalus-borne pathogens, including Anaplasma species, Ehrlichia species, Babesia species, and Theileria species, have been highlighted as are relevant to the region in review. Pathogens transmitted from Rhipicepahalus ticks to host animals are usually presented clinically with signs of anemia, jaundice, and other signs of hemolytic changes. Rhipicephalus ticks infestation also account for ectoparasitic nuisance in man and animals. These issues are discussed with specific interest to the SEA countries highlighting peculiarities of the region in the epidemiology of Rhipicephalus species and attendant pathogens therein. This paper also discusses the current general control strategies for ticks in SEA proffering measures required for increased documentation. The potential risks associated with rampant and improper acaricide use are highlighted. Furthermore, such practices lead to acaricide resistance among Rhipicephalus species are highlighted.

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“…The trial included 4 groups of 5 animals each -Calves were immunized with 3 doses (weeks 1, 3 and 7) of: i) Ba86 protocol may actually bring under variable field conditions, as it has been shown to range from a few to thousands of adult females per host and many times changing markedly over seasons (Seifert, 1971;Lima et al, 2000;Martins et al, 2002;de Clercq et al, 2013;Ferraz da Costa et al, 2014;Reck et al, 2014;Nicaretta et al, 2020).…”

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Ticks and antibodies: May parasite density and tick evasion influence the outcomes following immunization protocols?

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2021

Veterinary Parasitology

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Evaluation of rotational grazing as a control strategy for Rhipicephalus microplus in a tropical region

Cited by 15 publications

References 20 publications

One Health Approach to Identify Research Needs on Rhipicephalus microplus Ticks in the Americas

One Health Approach to Identify Research Needs on Rhipicephalus microplus Ticks in the Americas

Rhipicephalus Tick: A Contextual Review for Southeast Asia

Ticks and antibodies: May parasite density and tick evasion influence the outcomes following immunization protocols?

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