Parasite dynamics in an invaded ecosystem: helminth communities of native wood mice are impacted by the invasive bank vole

What is it about?

A number of factors can influence the parasite community of hosts in different sites. This paper explores how the presence of an introduced can species can affect host's helminth communities.

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Why is it important?

Invasive species are considered a major cause of biodiversity loss. One way in which they may cause species loss is via the introduction of new parasites. This paper explores this topic along with other, more subtle effects of invasive species and parasites.