Objectives: One of the most important sources of food for human is poultry products. Ectoparasites in poultry industry causes irritation and annoyance which affects the quality and quantity of meat and egg production. Material & Methods: This study was carried out on free-range backyard chickens from December 2017 to November 2018 to determine the prevalence species of external parasites in Sabzevar city, northeastern of Iran. Ectoparasites were sampled by the examination of host’s body. Then, the separated parasites were identified using diagnostic keys. Results & Conclusion: Based on the results, of 120(30 males and 90 females) free-range backyard chickens inspected, 75 (62.5 %) were infected. The prevalence of infestation was higher in females (66.67%) than males (50%). However, the difference was not significant statistically (P>0.05). Menopon gallinae was the most prevalent species (57.33%), followed by Menacanthus stramineus (37.33%), Lipeurus caponis (13.33%), and Dermanyssus gallinae (4%). This is the first survey to determine the prevalence and intensity of parasites among free-range backyard chicken in Sabzevar city, Iran. The high prevalence rate of ectoparasites in free-range backyard chickens shows that parasitic infection is prevalent in this area.
کلید واژگان :Keywords: Ectoparasites, chickens, Sabzevar, Iran
ارزش ریالی : 100000 ریال
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