Helminths of captive and free-ranging populations of the mountain gazelle (Gazella gazella): Evidence from faecal examination.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Understanding parasite diversity in wild and captive animal populations has critical implications for both individual animal health and ecosystem dynamics in a broader sense. In mountain gazelles (Gazella gazella), the gastrointestinal helminth community is poorly understood, limiting our efforts in the conservation of this endangered bovid species. This species has only two remaining populations in the world, including the isolated northernmost population in Türkiye.

Objectives

To identify and compare the diversity and prevalence of gastrointestinal helminths in captive and free-ranging populations of mountain gazelles in Hatay, Türkiye, and to assess potential zoonotic risks.

Methods

In total, 105 fresh faecal samples, 45 individual samples and 60 faecal

SUBMITTER: Karaer MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10981916 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature