Ticks of the Middle East: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical, and Veterinary Significance

Ticks of the Middle East: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical and Veterinary Significance is a definitive reference that brings together current scientific knowledge on tick species and tick-borne diseases across the Middle East. Authored by an international team of experts, the book provides a structured and authoritative overview of tick taxonomy, biology, ecology, and geographic distribution, with particular attention to their medical and veterinary importance. By combining historical perspectives on tick research with detailed analyses of regional geoclimatic conditions, species distribution maps, and country-specific tick lists, this volume offers an essential resource for understanding the diversity of ixodid and argasid ticks and their role in human and animal health within the region.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of tick species and tick-borne diseases across Middle Eastern countries
• Detailed taxonomy, including synonyms and updated classifications
• Morphological identification keys for 72 ixodid and 29 argasid tick species
• Clear distribution maps and country-based tick inventories
• In-depth discussion of medical and veterinary significance of ticks and their transmitted pathogens
• Inclusion of molecular reference data with gene accession numbers and sampling localities
• Valuable reference for researchers, veterinarians, clinicians, and public health professionals.

 Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier
• Publication date ‏ : ‎August 01, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10: 044327469X
• ISBN-13: 978-0443274695