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Journal of parasitic diseases : official organ of the Indian Society for Parasitology2018; 42(1); 127-129; doi: 10.1007/s12639-018-0977-z

Tick infestation on sheep, goat, horse and wild hare in Tamil Nadu.

Abstract: The prevalence of tick infestation and their predilection sites on sheep, goat, horse and wild hare were studied at various places of Tamil Nadu, India. The prevalence of tick infestation in Madras red sheep, Tellicherry goat and horse was 77.11, 78.21 and 13.33%, respectively. Sheep were heavily infested with followed by , and . . The ticks from goats were identified as . , . , . and . . Horses were infested with and . . The ticks on wild hare () were identified as . and . . Wild hare acts as a source of infestation to the sheep and goats since these animals shared the same field.
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Publication Date: 2018-01-23 PubMed ID: 29491571PubMed Central: PMC5825378DOI: 10.1007/s12639-018-0977-zGoogle Scholar: Lookup
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The research paper focuses on studying the prevalence and predilection sites of tick infestation in domestic animals (sheep, goat, horse) and wild hare in the Tamil Nadu region of India. In particular, the species-specific ticks found on each animal type are discussed along with the speculation that the wild hare acts as a source of tick infestation for the domesticated animals.

Key Findings

  • The study reveals that the prevalence of tick infestation is quite high in Madras red sheep and Tellicherry goats, with percentages of 77.11% and 78.21% respectively. On the other hand, horse populations in the region show a significantly lower tick infestation rate at 13.33%.
  • Several different species of ticks were found in infestations on sheep, with the most abundant being (species name not included in the abstract). Lesser numbers of three other tick species were also noted.
  • In goats, a range of tick species were identified, again indicating species-specific infestations. The identified tick species are different from those found in sheep.
  • Only two species of ticks were found infesting horses, one of which is also found on goats. This may indicate some overlap in the tick species infesting different animals.
  • The ticks infesting wild hares were identified as two specific species. Notably, these tick species are also found on sheep and goats, pointing towards the possibile role of wild hares as a source of tick infestation for these domestic animals.

Implications for Animal Health

  • The high prevalence of tick infestation in both sheep and goats indicates a high risk of diseases transmitted by tick vectors, particularly if any of these tick species are known to carry harmful pathogens.

  • The identification of specific tick species infesting each animal type can provide valuable information for targeted tick control and prevention strategies. Knowing the species of ticks present can help in administering the right treatments and preventive measures.

  • The potential role of wild hares as sources of infestation for domestic animals suggests that integrated pest management strategies should include measures for controlling tick infestation in these wild animals.

Conclusion

  • This research study provides important insights about the prevalence and species-specific nature of tick infestations in several domestic and wild animals in the Tamil Nadu region of India. The findings could guide the development and implementation of more specific and effective tick control strategies. The potential role of wild hares in infestation dynamics also highlights the need for a more holistic approach to tick control that incorporates both domestic and wild animal populations.

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Soundararajan C, Nagarajan K, Muthukrishnan S, Arul Prakash M. (2018). Tick infestation on sheep, goat, horse and wild hare in Tamil Nadu. J Parasit Dis, 42(1), 127-129. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12639-018-0977-z

Publication

Journal of parasitic diseases : official organ of the Indian Society for Parasitology
ISSN: 0971-7196
NlmUniqueID: 9713059
Country: India
Language: English
Volume: 42
Issue: 1
Pages: 127-129

Researcher Affiliations

Soundararajan, C
  • 1Department of Veterinary Parasitology, Madras Veterinary College, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600007 India.
Nagarajan, K
  • 1Department of Veterinary Parasitology, Madras Veterinary College, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600007 India.
Muthukrishnan, S
  • 2Department of Veterinary Anatomy and Histology, Veterinary College and Research Institute, Orathanadu, Tanjore, Tamil Nadu 614625 India.
Arul Prakash, M
  • 3University Research Farm, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600053 India.

Conflict of Interest Statement

Compliance with ethical standardsThe authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest.

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