Cane toads, Rhinella marina, and their ectoparasites
Introduction: Cane Toads are native to Mexico.
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Research Questions: What is the ectoparasites load found on the indigenous population of cane toad? What species of ticks are found on cane toads? Do ticks have an adverse effect on the health of the toad? | |
Methods: Measure Toads:
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Results: Male toads tend to be smaller and have less distinct markings. ![]() | |
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![]() | Amblyomma dissimile, the Iquana tick was the only species identified on the toads found at the Biological Station. |
Conclusions: The dominant species of ectoparasites that are seen on cane toads are ticks. The adult ticks that are seen in the toads were all Amblyomma dissimile. Initial analysis does not show any effect of the number of ticks and body mass index. |
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