Molecular detection and genetic diversity of avian haemosporidian parasites in Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The mobility of birds across or between continents exposes them to numerous vectors that have the potential to transmit pathogens and spread them into new regions. A combination of rich species diversity of birds along with the small amount of molecular studies in Iran makes observing the blood parasite distribution in wild avian populations indispensable for further estimation and administration of blood parasites.

Methodology/principal findings

In order to evaluate the infection rate and molecular context of avian blood parasites, bird samples were collected (passerine = 316 and non-passerine = 14) in eight provinces of northern Iran between June to September 2015 and 2016. All bird samples were examined for haematoprotozoan infections by morphological screening

SUBMITTER: Nourani L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6226148 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature