Published in Volume 3, Issue 1
This study investigated the prevalence and risk factors of intestinal parasite infections in
intensively managed pigs in Anambra State. A total of 600 pigs from seven farms were randomly
selected, and their faecal and blood samples were examined for intestinal parasites, eggs, and
haemoparasites. The results showed an overall prevalence of 25.0% for intestinal helminth
parasites, with eight species identified, including six nematodes, one cestode, and one trematode. The most common parasites were Trichuris suis (29.3%), Ascaris suum (13.3%), and
Strongyloides ransomi (13.3%). The prevalence of infection varied by sex, with females (58.7%)
more infected than males (41.3%). The highest monthly prevalence for intestinal helminth
parasites occurred in July (44.0%), while intestinal protozoa parasites, haemoparasites, and
ectoparasites peaked in August. The study highlights the need for disinfection and control
measures to mitigate parasitic infestations in pigs. Statistical analysis revealed significant (p ≤
0.05) associations between parasite infections and certain factors, emphasizing the importance of
proper farm management practices. The findings of this study will inform strategies for
controlling parasitic infections in pigs, ultimately improving productivity and animal health. Regular disinfection and parasite control programs are essential to reduce the prevalence of
intestinal parasites and promote sustainable pig production.
Nwokolo, L. O., Emmy-Egbe, I. O., Igbodika, M. C. (2025). Prevalence of Intestinal Helminthes Parasites of Pigs Reared under Intensive Management System in Anambra State. Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, 12.
Nwokolo, L. O., Emmy-Egbe, I. O., Igbodika, M. C.. "Prevalence of Intestinal Helminthes Parasites of Pigs Reared under Intensive Management System in Anambra State." Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences, vol. Volume 3, Issue 1, 2025, pp. 12.
Nwokolo, L. O., Emmy-Egbe, I. O., Igbodika, M. C.. "Prevalence of Intestinal Helminthes Parasites of Pigs Reared under Intensive Management System in Anambra State." Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences Volume 3, Issue 1 (2025): 12.
@article{prevalenceofintestinalhelminthesparasitesofpigsrearedunderintensivemanagementsysteminanambrastate2025,
author = Nwokolo, L. O., Emmy-Egbe, I. O., Igbodika, M. C.,
title = Prevalence of Intestinal Helminthes Parasites of Pigs Reared under Intensive Management System in Anambra State,
journal = Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences,
year = 2025,
volume = Volume 3, Issue 1,
pages = 12
}
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