Rickettsiella phytoseiuli and virus-like particles in Phytosfiulus persimilis (Gamasoidea: Phytoseiidae) mites.
Electron microscope investigation of tissue of Phytoseiulus persimilis mites revealed its double infection with Rickettsiella phytoseiuli and virus-like particles. The presence of rickettsiae in tissues of the mite seemed to be decisive for establishment of virus infection.
Rickettsiella phytoseiuli and virus-like particles in Phytosfiulus persimilis (Gamasoidea: Phytoseiidae) mites. Electron microscope investigation of tissue of Phytoseiulus persimilis mites revealed its double infection with Rickettsiella phytoseiuli and virus-like particles. The presence of rickettsiae in tissues of the mite seemed to be decisive for establishment of virus infection.