title: Scanning electron microscopic observations on the surface structure of the tick Boophilus microplus(Canestrini, 1887) female specimens.
abstract: Boophilus microplus (Canestrini, 1887) female specimens were subjected to scanning electron microscopy for the observation of surface fine structures. Morphological characteristics observed were summarized as follows: The palpi were wider than long, and compressed, ridged dorsally and laterally. There were usually four pairs of ventro-internal setae on the articles. The hypostome dentition was usually 4/4 but occasionally 5/5. The basis capituli were hexagonal dorsally and the porose area was distinct with the holes developed well. There were numerous folds resembling finger prints around the female genital pore. A pair of anal lobes with specified setae on them was also recognized as one of the morphological characteristics.
authors.affiliation: Institute of Veterinary Research, Rural Development Administration, Anyang City, Kyunggi-do, Korea.
authors.forename: Yung Bai
authors.initials: YB
authors.lastname: Kang
authors.forename: Du Hwan
authors.initials: DH
authors.lastname: Jang