Haya: The Saudi Journal of Life Sciences (SJLS)
Volume-2 | Issue-05 | 140-142
Research Article
Prevalence of Gastro-Intestinal Parasites in Pigs in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria
Akanni Oluwakayode Nathaniel, Kingsley Chineto Anyika, Migap Christiana Frank, Jonathan Daniel Jatau
Published : Aug. 30, 2017
Abstract
This study was designed to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites of pigs within three district
of Jos South Local Government area of Plateau state, Nigeria. A total of 200 pigs were sampled. Faecal samples were
analyzed using the saturated sodium flotation method. A total prevalence of 31% was recorded; with Ascaris suum 12.5%
followed by Oesophagustomum 12%, Strogyloid Spp 3%, Eimeria Oocyts 3% and Strongyle Spp 2.5%. There was higher
prevalence in female (58%) than males (42%), and also higher prevalence in adults pigs (35.7%) than young pigs (20%)
which was significantly different (P<0.05). There was also higher prevalence in Du district (32.5%) than Vwang and
Kuru (30%) but was not significant (P>0.05). This study therefore confirms the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasite in
pigs and it was therefore recommended that farmers improve on their bio-security and also adhere to routine de-worming
regimen.