Climate change models predict southerly shift of the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) distribution in Australia

Abstract Background Bioclimatic variables play an integral part in the life-cycle of Ctenocephalides felis, the most common flea found on companion animals. It is essential that we understand the effects of climate on C. felis distribution as fleas are a major veterinary and public health concern. T...

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Main Authors: Nicole Crkvencic, Jan Šlapeta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-03-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-019-3399-6