Brown bears (Ursus arctos), which host various ectoparasites, are the largest carnivores in Türkiye. The present study represents tick and louse species found in brown bears in Erzurum. Four brown bears (3 dead, 1 alive) were brought to the parasitology laboratory and four brown bears were examined in terms of ectoparasite infestation. Transparency protocol was applied for louse samples, and species identification of all ectoparasites was performed under a stereo microscope. All lice and ticks were identified as Trichodectes pinguis and Haemaphysalis erinacei, respectively. There are limited studies concerning wildlife animal ectoparasites in Türkiye, especially on bears.
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115S420
115S420
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Sciences (Other) |
Journal Section | Case Reports |
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Project Number | 115S420 |
Publication Date | June 30, 2023 |
Submission Date | November 25, 2022 |
Published in Issue | Year 2023 Volume: 2 Issue: 1 |