Major ectoparasites of cattle in and around Mekelle, northern Ethiopia

Autor:	B. Kumsa, H.T. Yacob, H. Ataklty
Rok vydání:	2008
Předmět:	Veterinary medicine biology Tick biology.organism_classification medicine.disease_cause Positive correlation Breed Animal science Insect Science parasitic diseases Infestation medicine General health Demodex Production system
Zdroj:	Entomological Research. 38:126-130
ISSN:	1748-5967 1738-2297
DOI:	10.1111/j.1748-5967.2008.00148.x
Popis:	Studies on the identification of major ectoparasites of cattle in and around Mekelle in northern Ethiopia were carried out from November 2006 to June 2007. Ectoparasite prevalence, infestation, and the possible risks associated with ectoparasites were investigated. Data collected were analyzed using the χ2-test. A total of 849 cattle were examined: 40.2% (341), 53.2% (452) and 5.9% (50) were infested with ticks, lice and Demodex, respectively. A positive correlation was observed between prevalence and production system and breed of cattle. The results also revealed widespread occurrence of ectoparasites that have affected the general health and productivity of cattle in the study area. Seven different species of ticks were found on the cattle, with some capable of transmitting pathogens harmful to both cattle and humans.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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