Identification of the potential vector of some Spirurida (Parabronema skrijabini) in dromedary in Iraq.

Abstract

This search carried out to determine the possible vector of the Parabronema skrijabini, 44% of 43 samples from camels were infected, infection isolated from abomasum. 141 parasites found in 19 infected camels, worm burden ranged from 1-13 per head, in range 7.4 parasite\camel.

423 flies were collected, 6 species of flies were identified. Stomoxys calcitrans was 26.7% of them (113 of 423).

Rate of infection in camels with P. skrijabini and number of flies increased concurrently with decrement of temperature.