Prevalence of Bluetongue and the distribution of <i>Culicoides</i> species in northern and southern regions of Kazakhstan in 2023-2024.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Bluetongue virus (BTV) is a significant vector-borne pathogen affecting ruminants, leading to substantial economic losses, and adversely impacting livestock production worldwide. Recently, Bluetongue (BT) has emerged as a growing concern for European and Asian countries, including Kazakhstan. This study examines the prevalence and distribution of BTV in Kazakhstan during 2023-2024, providing up-to-date information on its occurrence in livestock and Culicoides species. The findings aim to contribute to better understanding and management of BT in the region.

Methods

A total of 972 whole blood and 972 serum samples were collected from cattle, sheep, and goats in the southern and northern regions of Kazakhstan, alongside 11,859 Culicoides midges in th

SUBMITTER: Zhugunissov K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11924940 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature