A small-scale survey of fenbendazole resistance in Ascaridia galli and Heterakis gallinarum, two common ascarid parasites of poultry [PDF]
Poultry ScienceResistance to benzimidazole (BZ) anthelmintics is a widespread problem in parasitic nematodes that infect production animals such as sheep and goats, and an emerging issue in ascarid parasites of poultry.
J.B. Collins +10 more
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Beyond fenbendazole: Molecular and integrated pathways for managing poultry ascarid resistance [PDF]
Poultry ScienceCollins et al. (2025) present important evidence of emerging fenbendazole (FBZ) resistance in Ascaridia galli and widespread resistance in Heterakis gallinarum.
Schawanya K. Rattanapitoon +2 more
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Observations on the occurrence of Heterakis gallinarum in laying hens kept on soil [PDF]
Italian Journal of Animal Science, 2010 The occurrence of Heterakis gallinarum infection in a flock of Rhode Island Red laying hens is described. These hens were entirely kept in houses on a farm for commercial egg production, where a deep litter production system was adopted.
Elio Cacciuttolo, Roberto Papini
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Semina: Ciências Agrárias, 2013 The anthelmintic effect of Morinda citrifolia (noni) on Heterakis gallinarum was evaluated in chicken naturally infected. The anthelmintic activity in vitro was determined in adults helminthes in disposable petri dishes, containing Tyrode solution, pre ...
Danilo Rodrigues Barros Brito +1 more
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Species Diversity and Geographical Distribution of Poultry Ascaridids: A Scoping Review
Journal of Parasitology ResearchPoultry nematodes, particularly Ascaridid species, significantly affect avian health and productivity and are widely distributed globally. Yet despite over 80% of poultry in developing countries being raised under extensive rearing systems, knowledge on ...
Chet Raj Pathak +2 more
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ZoodiversityPinworms of the genus Heterakis Dujardin, 1845 parasitize a wide range of hosts, including a number of species of domestic and wild birds. These nematodes are ecologically adapted to the climatic conditions of many geographical zones, which contributes ...
V. Yevstafieva +13 more
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Occurrence of Eimeria spp. and Intestinal Helminths in Free-Range Chickens from Northwest and Central Romania [PDF]
AnimalsChickens raised in backyard free-range systems are confronted with a significant threat of parasitic infections. Among the parasitic agents, protozoa belonging to the genus Eimeria and helminths, including Ascaridia galli, Capillaria spp., Heterakis ...
Mircea Coroian +3 more
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Hepatic transcriptomic analysis reveals differential regulation of metabolic and immune pathways in three strains of chickens with distinct growth rates exposed to mixed parasite infections [PDF]
Veterinary ResearchDuring parasite infections, the liver may prioritise immune-related pathways over its metabolic functions. Intestinal infections caused by Ascaridia galli and Heterakis gallinarum impair feed intake, nutrient absorption, and weight gain.
Oyekunle John Oladosu +7 more
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Morphological and molecular studies of the nematode parasite Heterakis gallinarum (Heterakidae) infecting the cattle egret Bubulcus ibis (Ardeidae) [PDF]
Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, 2023 Parasites infecting migratory birds all over the world are still under investigation. The identification of parasitic taxa infecting ardeids was done concerning their morphological and morphometric features.
R. Abdel-Gaber +4 more
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Coprological Detection of Gastrointestinal Nematodes in Intensively Managed Poultry Farms in Bishoftu, Ethiopia. [PDF]
J Parasitol ResThe poultry industry is an infant but rapidly growing sector in Ethiopia. Although poultry farming is one of the Ethiopian government’s developmental initiatives, the sector is facing various challenges, particularly due to infectious diseases. Among infectious diseases, helminthiasis is one of the challenges affecting poultry production.
Tefera M, Wasiyhun M.
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