Vol. 8, Special Issue 3, Part I (2024)
Gastro-intestinal parasites in calves: Comparing diarrheic and healthy calves
Author(s):
Dr. Shivakumar M and Dr. Chetan Kumar GK
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal parasitism poses a significant challenge in the livestock sector, especially among vulnerable calves. This study investigates the age, gender, season wise prevalence gastrointestinal parasites in calves. A comprehensive analysis of 372 fecal samples revealed an overall prevalence of 36.6%, with higher rates in younger, male animals during the rainy season. Notably, diarrheic calves exhibited a higher prevalence than healthy ones across age groups. Male calves also showed a slightly elevated prevalence.
Pages: 669-671 | 356 Views 131 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Shivakumar M and Dr. Chetan Kumar GK. Gastro-intestinal parasites in calves: Comparing diarrheic and healthy calves. Int. J. Adv. Biochem. Res. 2024;8(3S):669-671. DOI: 10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i3Si.855
