Pathogenicity of entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae (Deuteromycetes) to Ixodes scapularis (Acari: Ixodidae)
January 1, 1997
The entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae is highly pathogenic to the black-legged tick, Ixodes scapularis. Spore concentrations of 108/ml for engorged larvae and 107/ml for engorged females resulted in 100% tick mortality, 2 wk post-infection. The LC50 value for engorged larvae (concentration to kill 50% of ticks) was 107 spores/ml. Metarhizium anisopliae shows considerable potential as a microbial control agent for the management of Ixodes scapularis.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Title | Pathogenicity of entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae (Deuteromycetes) to Ixodes scapularis (Acari: Ixodidae) |
| DOI | 10.2307/3284273 |
| Authors | E. Zhioua, M. Browning, P.W. Johnson, H. S. Ginsberg, R.A. LeBrun |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Journal of Parasitology |
| Index ID | 5223769 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |