Phoresy and hyperparasitism in Ornithomya (Diptera, Hippoboscidae) in the Federal Republic of Germany

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1989
Authors:G. Walter
Journal:Angewandte Parasitologie
Volume:30
Issue:1
Pagination:43 - 46
Date Published:1989
ISBN Number:0003-3162
Keywords:animals, Diptera, English Abstract, Germany, host parasite, Mallophaga, Mites/physiology, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Abstract:

243 louse-flies of the genus Ornithomya were examined for mites and Mallophaga. 12 out of 71 O. fringillina and 4 out of 153 O. avicularia were infested by Microlichus avus. Myialges uncus were found on 5 O. avicularia. One O. avicularia was infested by Myialges pari. Mallophaga were found on 8 O. avicularia. The following species were identified: Allobruelia abluda, A. amsel, Turdinirmus merulensis, Trichodectes sp., Brueelia sp.

URL:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/20425883_Phoresy_and_hyperparasitism_in_Ornithomya_Diptera_Hippoboscidae_in_the_Federal_Republic_of_Germany
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