Occurrence of Thelazia lacrymalis (Nematoda, Spirurida, Thelaziidae) in native horses in Abruzzo region (Central eastern Italy)

A survey on the prevalence of Thelazia spp. in Abruzzo region (Italy) in slaughtered native horses was conducted from August 29, 1997 to August 28, 1998. Both eyes from 128 eight-month to 11 year-old native animals were examined. 50 horses (39.06 %) were found parasitized by Thelazia lacrymalis. 502...

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Main Authors: Giangaspero A., Tieri E., Otranto D., Battistini M.L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2000-03-01
Series:Parasite
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/parasite/2000071051