Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study

This study assesses the prevalence of bovine trypanosomes and the density of tsetse flies in the Yem Special District, Southern Ethiopia, highlighting the disease's significant impact on livestock health and agricultural productivity. Conducted between May 2022 and January 2023, the cross-secti...

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Main Authors: Dagim Bekele, XiaoLong Wang, Ahimedin Beshir, Endale Terefe
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Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1460650/full
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description This study assesses the prevalence of bovine trypanosomes and the density of tsetse flies in the Yem Special District, Southern Ethiopia, highlighting the disease's significant impact on livestock health and agricultural productivity. Conducted between May 2022 and January 2023, the cross-sectional survey analyzed 960 blood samples for trypanosomes prevalence and tsetse fly density. Results revealed a 10.63% (9–12%) overall prevalence of bovine trypanosomes, with Trypanosoma congolense (5.83%) and Trypanosoma vivax (4.73%) as the predominant species, and 0.63% of mixed infection. Significant associations were found between trypanosomes and anemia, age, and sex, with higher prevalence rates observed in cattle with poor body condition scores and black-hair coats. The study identified three Glossina species, with Glossina morsitans submorsitans being the most prevalent. The findings underscore the need for integrated vector control strategies, community engagement in disease management, and further research using molecular techniques for deeper understanding and effective control measures. Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial for mitigating the disease's impact on livestock and human populations.
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spelling doaj-art-084b0be6a3344c6eaf6fded0783aab672025-08-20T02:31:47ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Veterinary Science2297-17692024-12-011110.3389/fvets.2024.14606501460650Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional studyDagim Bekele0Dagim Bekele1Dagim Bekele2XiaoLong Wang3XiaoLong Wang4Ahimedin Beshir5Endale Terefe6College of Wildlife and Protected Area, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, ChinaKey Laboratory of Wildlife Diseases and Biosecurity Management of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, ChinaAnimal Health Institute, Kality Animal Health Institute Research Center, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaCollege of Wildlife and Protected Area, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, ChinaKey Laboratory of Wildlife Diseases and Biosecurity Management of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, ChinaAnimal Health Institute, Bedele Animal Health Research Center, Bedele, EthiopiaBedele District Livestock Development and Health Office, Bedele, EthiopiaThis study assesses the prevalence of bovine trypanosomes and the density of tsetse flies in the Yem Special District, Southern Ethiopia, highlighting the disease's significant impact on livestock health and agricultural productivity. Conducted between May 2022 and January 2023, the cross-sectional survey analyzed 960 blood samples for trypanosomes prevalence and tsetse fly density. Results revealed a 10.63% (9–12%) overall prevalence of bovine trypanosomes, with Trypanosoma congolense (5.83%) and Trypanosoma vivax (4.73%) as the predominant species, and 0.63% of mixed infection. Significant associations were found between trypanosomes and anemia, age, and sex, with higher prevalence rates observed in cattle with poor body condition scores and black-hair coats. The study identified three Glossina species, with Glossina morsitans submorsitans being the most prevalent. The findings underscore the need for integrated vector control strategies, community engagement in disease management, and further research using molecular techniques for deeper understanding and effective control measures. Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial for mitigating the disease's impact on livestock and human populations.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1460650/fullbovineprevalencePCVtrypanosomosistsetse flyYem special district
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Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
Frontiers in Veterinary Science
bovine
prevalence
PCV
trypanosomosis
tsetse fly
Yem special district
title Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
title_full Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
title_fullStr Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
title_full_unstemmed Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
title_short Prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the Yem special district: a cross-sectional study
title_sort prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis and tsetse fly density in the yem special district a cross sectional study
topic bovine
prevalence
PCV
trypanosomosis
tsetse fly
Yem special district
url https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1460650/full
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