A Study on the Ectoparasites and Hemoparasites Infections in Rodents from the Kilwa district, Tanzania

Background: Ectoparasites play a significant role in facilitating the transmission of disease pathogens and parasites that affect animals and humans. Purpose:  This study aims to assess the prevalence of ectoparasites and hemoparasites in rodents from the Kilwa district, Tanzania. Method: A cross-se...

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Vydané v:Journal of Applied Veterinary Science And Technology Ročník 6; číslo 1; s. 37 - 44
Hlavní autori: Waya, Pilato, Martin, Martin, Sabuni, Christopher
Médium: Journal Article
Jazyk:English
Vydavateľské údaje: Universitas Airlangga 30.04.2025
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Abstract Background: Ectoparasites play a significant role in facilitating the transmission of disease pathogens and parasites that affect animals and humans. Purpose:  This study aims to assess the prevalence of ectoparasites and hemoparasites in rodents from the Kilwa district, Tanzania. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted to trap 138 rodents using Sherman and wire cage traps. Ectoparasites were removed from rodents by using fine brushes and identified based on morphological features using a Stereo microscope with the assistance of dichotomous taxonomic keys. Blood samples were collected from supraorbital veins in captured rodents, and thick and thin smears were made, stained and examined using a Compound Microscope for screening hemoparasite. Results: The overall prevalence of ectoparasites in rodents was 57.87 % with a high infestation of rodents by Echinolaelaps (Laelaps) echidninus (44.20%) than Laelaps nuttalli (10.87%), Xenopsylla cheopis (12.32%), and Rhipicephalus appendiculatus (2.90%). Most ectoparasites were found in M. natalensis 76.40% followed by R. rattus 25.81%, and G. leucogaster 36.36%. Adult rodents recorded 63.41% of ectoparasites prevalence higher than juveniles 13.33% (p< 0.05). The overall prevalence of hemoparasites in rodents was 18.12%. The identified hemoparasites were Anaplasma sp. (13.04%), Babesia sp. (3.62%), and Trypanosoma sp. (1.45%) observed only in adult rodents. Conclusion: The study recommends engaging and encouraging the community to use integrated pest management practices for rodents and ectoparasite control and prevention to safeguard both human and animal health.
AbstractList Background: Ectoparasites play a significant role in facilitating the transmission of disease pathogens and parasites that affect animals and humans. Purpose:  This study aims to assess the prevalence of ectoparasites and hemoparasites in rodents from the Kilwa district, Tanzania. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted to trap 138 rodents using Sherman and wire cage traps. Ectoparasites were removed from rodents by using fine brushes and identified based on morphological features using a Stereo microscope with the assistance of dichotomous taxonomic keys. Blood samples were collected from supraorbital veins in captured rodents, and thick and thin smears were made, stained and examined using a Compound Microscope for screening hemoparasite. Results: The overall prevalence of ectoparasites in rodents was 57.87 % with a high infestation of rodents by Echinolaelaps (Laelaps) echidninus (44.20%) than Laelaps nuttalli (10.87%), Xenopsylla cheopis (12.32%), and Rhipicephalus appendiculatus (2.90%). Most ectoparasites were found in M. natalensis 76.40% followed by R. rattus 25.81%, and G. leucogaster 36.36%. Adult rodents recorded 63.41% of ectoparasites prevalence higher than juveniles 13.33% (p< 0.05). The overall prevalence of hemoparasites in rodents was 18.12%. The identified hemoparasites were Anaplasma sp. (13.04%), Babesia sp. (3.62%), and Trypanosoma sp. (1.45%) observed only in adult rodents. Conclusion: The study recommends engaging and encouraging the community to use integrated pest management practices for rodents and ectoparasite control and prevention to safeguard both human and animal health.
Author Sabuni, Christopher
Martin, Martin
Waya, Pilato
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