NOTAS SOBRE EPIBIONTES E ECTOPARASITAS DE TARTARUGAS MARINHAS NA COSTA NORDESTE DO BRASIL

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/avs.v30i2.98191

Resumo

The study focused on records of epibionts and ectoparasites of marine turtles on the northeastern coast of Brazil, specifically Chelonia mydas and Lepidochelys olivacea. A total of 117 Ozobranchidae leechs were identified, predominantly Ozobranchus branchiatus, with 6 specimens remaining classified as Ozobranchus sp. due to the absence of gill filaments for precise identification. Epibionts, comprising 14 specimens, included Chelonibia testudinaria, Platylepas hexastylos, and Lepas (Lepas) anatifera. The study also reported the first occurrence of Ozobranchus margoi as an ectoparasite of L. olivacea in Brazilian waters. The presence of these parasites, especially in turtles affected by fibropapillomatosis, raises concerns regarding their role as potential vectors of the associated herpesvirus (ChHV5). While O. branchiatus has been extensively documented, records of O. margoi in Brazilian waters are limited, highlighting the need for further research. Additionally, the study emphasizes the importance of standardized collection methods to ensure accurate parasite identification. The findings contribute to understanding the health threats faced by marine turtles and underscore the significance of ongoing conservation efforts.

Biografia do Autor

André Mota Alves, Laboratório de Biologia Tropical, Instituto de Tecnologia e Pesquisa – ITP, Universidade Tiradentes – UNIT, Aracaju, SE, Brasil.

Parasitologia de pescado

João Carlos Gomes Borges, Fundação Mamíferos Aquáticos

He holds a degree in Veterinary Medicine from the Federal Rural University of Pernambuco (2002), a master's degree in Veterinary Science from the Federal Rural University of Pernambuco (2007), and a PhD in Tropical Animal Science (2016). He is currently Director of Research and Management at the Aquatic Mammals Foundation, a member of the Amazonian Aquatic Mammal Research Group of the Mamirauá Institute for Sustainable Development, and an institutional representative of the FMA in the Northeast Aquatic Mammal Stranding Network (REMANE). He is a professor in the Postgraduate Program in Ecology and Environmental Monitoring (PPGEMA) at the Federal University of Paraíba. He is part of the Amazon Estuary Sirenian Research and Conservation Network (SEA); of the IUCN South American Sirenian Specialist Group; and of the IUCN Sirenian Specialist Group. He has experience in Coastal Ecosystem Ecology, Marine Life Management, Veterinary Medicine, with an emphasis on aquatic mammals, working mainly on the following topics: health of wild populations; movement ecology; anthropogenic effects on marine resources; parasitology; rescue, rehabilitation and release of aquatic fauna.

Larissa Mello Figueiredo, Fundação Mamíferos Aquáticos

She holds a degree in Biological Sciences from Tiradentes University (2010). She did an internship at the Dr. Mônica de Araújo Pathological Anatomy Laboratory - LAPMA (2008-2010). She worked as a Biologist, holding the position of Technical Coordinator and as a histotechnologist and macroscopist (specializing in anatomical pieces of a tumoral nature) at the Dr. Monica de Araújo Pathological Anatomy Laboratory - LAPMA (2010-2021) and works as an Environmental Technician at the Aquatic Mammals Foundation, inserted in the spheres of monitoring, environmental education and curation.

Rodolfo de França Alves, Fundação Mamíferos Aquáticos

He has a degree in Biological Sciences - Full Degree from Tiradentes University (2007-2010), Sergipe; Master's and Doctorate in Natural Sciences - with an emphasis in Botany from the State University of Feira de Santana (2011-2017), Bahia. He is a collaborator at the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS) in the Biology Department (DBIO-ASE). He currently works as Coordinator of the Institutional Development Center (NDI) at a non-profit institution - Aquatic Mammals Foundation (FMA). He works as an Ad Hoc evaluator for CNPq and the Biodiversity Fund (FUNBIO), and is a reviewer and reviewer of scientific journals specialized in the area of ​​biological and environmental sciences, with an emphasis on applied palynology, beekeeping, marine biology, environmental education and socio-environmental development. He is a member of the Aracaju Environmental Council (CMMA) and a full representative of the Japaratuba River Basin Committee (CBHJ). He works as a Science and Biology teacher. He has knowledge in plant anatomy and morphology, plant systematics, taxonomy, bee products (honey, pollen and propolis), mainly in studies with bee pollen, pollen morphology, palynoflora, beekeeping and meliponiculture; He has experience in chemical analysis of bee products with a focus on phenolic and flavonoid content. He has specialized knowledge in the Beach Monitoring Program (PMP), Environmental Emergency, People Management, Leadership, fundraising, business models, construction of environmental projects and development of traditional communities, education and the environment. He provides consultancy in the area of ​​palynoflora, floristic survey, recovery of degraded areas, response to environmental emergencies.

João Victor de Jesus, Universidade Federal de Sergipe

Undergraduate student in Veterinary Medicine at the Federal University of Sergipe - UFS, Sertão campus, in Nossa Senhora da Glória, SE, works as a researcher in glucose dosage in dogs infected with Leishmaniasis. Participates in postgraduate projects in the clinical and epidemiological characterization of leishmaniasis in naturally infected dogs in riverside areas of the São Francisco River in the state of Sergipe, Northeastern Brazil, and clinical and epidemiological characterization of infection by cryptosporidium spp. in populations of dogs and cats in the state of Sergipe, Northeastern Brazil. He is associated with the Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases of Animals (LDPa). He acted as a monitor of the Animal Biology module. He was associated with the Center for Learning and Management of Wild Animals (CAMASE). He is interested in Laboratory Analysis, Veterinary Parasitology and Medical Clinic of wild and domestic animals.

Lucas Duarte de Lima, Universidade Estadual de Maringá

Graduated in Biological Sciences from the Higher Education Center of Maringá (2016). Master's degree in Comparative Biology Program (CAPES Concept 4). (2021) Maringá State University, UEM, Brazil. Title: Taxonomic survey of Hirudines (Glossiphoniidae) associated with freshwater turtles in Maringá PR, Brazil., Advisor: Ricardo Massato Takemoto. PhD in progress in the Comparative Biology Program at Maringá State University, UEM, Brazil.

Michelle Evangelista Soares, Universidade Federal de Sergipe

Undergraduate in Veterinary Medicine at the Federal University of Sergipe - UFS, Sertão campus, in Nossa Senhora da Glória, SE. She was a scholarship holder of the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), working as a researcher in the collection of data on the efficacy of repellents in the control of visceral leishmaniasis in dogs and humans. Participates in the project of glucose dosage in animals infected with Leishmaniasis. Contributes to the project of clinical and epidemiological characterization of Cryptosporidium spp. infection in populations of dogs and cats in the state of Sergipe, Northeastern Brazil. She is linked to the Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases of Animals (LDPa). She is interested in laboratory analysis, veterinary parasitology and clinical medicine of domestic and wild animals.

Victor Fernando Santana Lima, Universidade Federal de Sergipe

Veterinarian graduated from the Federal University of Sergipe. Master and PhD in Tropical Animal Science from the Federal Rural University of Pernambuco/Recife-PE. He worked as a researcher at the Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases of UFRPE/Recife; Pró-TAMAR Foundation (Oceanário de Aracaju/SE) and at the Speleological Studies Group of Sergipe; He was a professor of Clinical, Diseases and Veterinary Parasitology in the Department of Veterinary Medicine of UFS/São Cristóvão/SE; in addition to being coordinator of the Wildlife Sector of the Boa Luz Zoo/Laranjeiras-SE; Member of the Regional Commission for the Environment and Wildlife of the Regional Council of Veterinary Medicine of Sergipe. He is currently an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Veterinary Medicine of the Federal University of Sergipe, Sertão campus; Vice-Director of the Clinical School of Veterinary Medicine; Coordinator of the Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases of Animals and of the Animal Caravan Project of the UFS/campus of Sertão; Professor in the Postgraduate Program in Parasitic Biology (PROBP) of the UFS/Cidade Univ. Prof. José Aloísio de Campos (Aracaju/SE); Develops activities in the areas of Clinical Medicine of Domestic and Wild Animals; Clinical Analysis; Preventive Veterinary Medicine, Animal Health and Neglected Zoonoses.

Marcus Vinicius de Aragão Batista, Universidade Federal de Sergipe

Associate Professor Level 1 of the Department of Biology of the Federal University of Sergipe (DBI/UFS), teaching subjects in the area of ​​Genetics, Evolution, Bioinformatics and Bioethics, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I have a degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Sergipe - UFS (2002 - 2006), was a Scientific Initiation Scholarship holder by CNPq (2004 to 2006) at the Laboratory of Comparative Virology (LVC) of UFS, Master in Genetics from the Federal University of Pernambuco - UFPE (2008 - 2010) and PhD in Genetics from the Federal University of Pernambuco - UFPE (2010 - 2013). He was Deputy Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Parasite Biology at UFS (2017-2020). He was Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Parasite Biology at UFS (Period: 2021 - 2022). He is currently Deputy Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Parasite Biology at UFS (Period: 2023...). Institutional coordinator, at UFS, of the InterSys Network: Systems Biology in the Study of Gene Function in Biotic Interactions, which has as general coordinator Prof. Dr. Ana Maria Benko Iseppon (UFPE). Leader of the Research Group in Genetics and Conservation of Natural Resources - GECON, certified by UFS and CNPq. He is a Permanent Professor of the Postgraduate Program in Parasite Biology - PROBP (Master's and Doctorate) at UFS, of the Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology - PROBIO (Master's) at UFS, and of the Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology - RENORBIO Network (Doctorate). He supervises students of Scientific Initiation, Technological Initiation, Master's and Doctorate degrees, mainly with an emphasis on Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics in studies of viruses and their biotechnological applications. He is a CNPq Productivity Scholarship Level 2 (2023...). Member of the Brazilian Society of Genetics (SBG). Review Editor for Frontiers in Genetics - Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics section. He maintains technical and scientific collaboration with researchers from several teaching/research institutions in Brazil and abroad, such as EMBRAPA Tabuleiros Costeiros, ESALQ/USP, UFPE, UNIT, IFPB, FIOCRUZ/PE, UNESP, UPE, UFS itself, and abroad, with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (United Kingdom) and London South Bank University (United Kingdom). He has published works in national and international journals in the areas of Molecular Genetics of Viruses and Bioinformatics, and their Biotechnological Applications and in Molecular Epidemiology, working mainly on the following topics: Bioinformatics; Comparative, Functional and Structural Genomics; Molecular Evolution and Phylogeny; Virology; Papillomavirus; Molecular Biology; Molecular Epidemiology.

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2025-07-02

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Alves, A. M., Borges, J. C. G., Figueiredo, L. M., Alves, R. de F., de Jesus, J. V., de Lima, L. D., … Batista, M. V. de A. (2025). NOTAS SOBRE EPIBIONTES E ECTOPARASITAS DE TARTARUGAS MARINHAS NA COSTA NORDESTE DO BRASIL. Archives of Veterinary Science, 30(2). https://doi.org/10.5380/avs.v30i2.98191

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v. 30 n. 2 (2025): Traduzindo Descobertas: Avançando a Prática Veterinária e o Bem-Estar Animal

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Parasitologia Veterinária

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