Prevalence of endo-parasites in donkeys and camels in Karamoja sub-region, North-eastern Uganda

Nakayima, Jesca; Kabasa, William; Aleper, Daniel; Okidi, Duke

doi:10.5897/jvmah2016.0499

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“…Different studies conducted in several countries observed a range of 2-80% E. leuckarti widespread, for instance, the prevalence ranged 4.5-5.88% in Turkey (Studzińska et al, 2008), which is close to the overall prevalence of coccidia (4.31%) observed in the present study. In line with the observations of the current study, Nakayima et al (2017) found the occurrence of gastrointestinal cestodes to be less in donkeys. However, Belay et al (2016) recorded a prevalence of 3.7% of cestodes as compared to 1.53% observed in the current study.…”

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confidence: 92%

“…All eggs/oocyst of GIPs were counted and identified based on their morphology. The number of eggs/oocysts per grams of feces was calculated using the following formula (Nakayima et al, 2017):…”

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confidence: 99%

“…In many countries, equines have a great contribution to the national economy; however, gastrointestinal parasites (GIPs) are the major constraints that hinder their probable output (Enigidaw et al, 2015). These parasites hinder the maximum working capacity of donkeys (Nakayima et al, 2017). The poor nutritional and immune status of equines also makes the equine to be susceptible to parasitic diseases, which negatively influences their health and working performance (Zerihun et al, 2011;Belay et al, 2016).…”

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Effect of Agro-ecological Zone, Age, and Sex on Prevalence and Intensity of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Donkeys in Maseru District, Lesotho

Nts’aoana¹,

Molapo²,

Kompi³

2021

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Gastrointestinal parasites are considered to be silent killers of animals. The objective of the current study was to determine the effect of the agro-ecological zone, age, and sex on the parasite prevalence and fecal egg/oocyst count in donkeys residing in Lesotho. A total number of 720 fecal samples were collected rectally from 120 indigenous donkeys that were randomly selected from the highlands, foothills, and lowlands of Maseru district, Lesotho. The fecal samples were collected every two months for one year and examined using the floatation technique. The overall prevalence for nematodes, coccidia, and cestodes in donkeys were 87.78%, 4.31%, and 1.53%, respectively. The highest nematode prevalence and intensity were detected in the donkeys of highlands. The coccidian infection was lower in the lowlands while cestodes infection was more prevalent in the foothills. Donkey’s age had an impact on the nematode fecal egg load but did not affect the prevalence of nematodes in donkeys. Age did not significantly affect the prevalence and fecal egg/oocyst count of cestodes and coccidia. Male donkeys had a higher prevalence and fecal egg count of cestodes. In conclusion, the nematodes were found to be the major gastrointestinal parasites of donkeys in the Maseru district. Therefore, there is a need to design a sustainable strategy aimed at controlling the gastrointestinal parasites in donkeys.

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Effect of Agro-ecological Zone, Age, and Sex on Prevalence and Intensity of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Donkeys in Maseru District, Lesotho

Nts’aoana¹,

Molapo²,

Kompi³

2021

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“…This could be related to their worldwide distribution and being from most pathogenic nematode parasites of equine wherever there are grasslands (Johnstone, 2000). The challenge of mixed infections exacerbates the compromised health condition of the animal which could result in debilitation and death of the animal (Jesca et al, 2016). Ethiop.…”

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Internal parasites of equines and associated risk factors in and around Guder town, West Shewa, central Ethiopia

Debere¹,

Muktar²,

Shiferaw³

et al. 2018

Ethiop. Vet. J.

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Internal parasites directly affect the health and production of working equines, which contributes to the reduction in their work output and ultimately in the income of the owner and the community. A cross-sectional study was conducted from November 2016 to April 2017 in and around Guder town, west Shewa, central Ethiopia to estimate the prevalence of equine internal parasites and assess the potential associated risk factors. A total of 384 faecal samples from equine species (152 donkeys, 107 horses, 125 mules) were collected and examined for the presence of eggs of parasites using standard coprological methods. Out of these, 341(88.8%) equines were found positive for one or more internal parasites. The prevalence of internal parasites in donkeys, horses, and mules was 95.4%, 89.7%, and 80% respectively.Out of 341 positive samples, the species of parasites found were Strongylus spp. (40.8%), Parascaris equorum, (25.5%), Oxyuris equi, (17.6%), Strongyloides species(8.8%), Fasciola (10.6%), Dictyocoulus arnifieldi,(10%) and Anoplocephala species (1.5%). Single (86.2%) and mixed (13.8%) parasite species. There was significant difference (p<0.05) in the prevalence between species (χ 2 = 16.47, p=0.001) and the purpose of keeping equines (χ 2 =12.41, p=0.006) in which more number of donkeys and pack animals were positive for parasites than other animals. However, there was no statistically significant difference among, age, sex, house, feed, and body conditions of study animals. In conclusion, this study revealed that the occurrence of internal parasites in equine species in the study area was common phenomenon, especially in donkeys. Hence,strategic prevention and control of internal parasites should be implemented.

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“…For example, the reported range of Eimeria infections from dromedary camels in Iran is 9.51%-63% (Khodakaram-Tafti et al, 2000;Yakhchali & Cheraghi, 2007;Borji et al, 2009;Yakhchali & Atari, 2010;Kheirandish, Nourollahi-Fard & Faryabi, 2012;Sazmand et al, 2012;Radfar & Gowhari, 2013). E. cameli was reported in 11% of examined camels in Uganda (Nakayima et al, 2017). Djerbouh et al (2018) reported E. dromedarii and E. cameli, in 9.6% of the samples, and in Egypt, Abbas et al (2019) reported E. cameli-like parasites in 31%, E. rajasthani in 18%, and E. dromedarii in 14% of examined animals.…”

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Prevalence of eimeriosis in the one-humped camels (Camelus dromedarius) from Riyadh and Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia

Metwally

Al-Otaibi

Albasyouni

et al. 2020

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Background The one-humped camels are economically important for several countries in Africa, Asia, and the Arabian Peninsula. Coccidiosis causes significant economic impact. Studies on coccidian parasite species causing such infections are limited. The present study aimed to carry out a survey of Eimeria spp. in camels from Riyadh and Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia. Methods A total of 209 fecal samples from Camelus (C.) dromedarius slaughtered in West Abattoir in Riyadh and Onaizah Modern abattoir in Al-Qassim were collected. Samples were examined by flotation methods and oocyst sporulation. Results Of the 209 examined fecal samples, 75 were positive for Eimeria spp..The prevalence of oocysts in Riyadh and Al-Qassim were 33.89% (40/118) and 38.46% (35/92), respectively. The prevalence in young male camels was 41.02% (32/78) and 39.62% (21/53), respectively and in adult males was 19.35% (6/31) and 36% (9/25), respectively. Adult females displayed a prevalence of 22.22% (2/9) and 38.46% (5/13) in Riyadh and Al-Qassim, respectively. Three Eimeria spp. were identified; E. cameli, E. rajasthani, and E. pellerdyi. The presence of E. pellerdyi is considered the first record in Saudi Arabia.

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Prevalence of endo-parasites in donkeys and camels in Karamoja sub-region, North-eastern Uganda

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Effect of Agro-ecological Zone, Age, and Sex on Prevalence and Intensity of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Donkeys in Maseru District, Lesotho

Effect of Agro-ecological Zone, Age, and Sex on Prevalence and Intensity of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Donkeys in Maseru District, Lesotho

Internal parasites of equines and associated risk factors in and around Guder town, West Shewa, central Ethiopia

Prevalence of eimeriosis in the one-humped camels (Camelus dromedarius) from Riyadh and Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia

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