Volume 6 | Issue -14
Volume 6 | Issue -14
Volume 6 | Issue -14
Volume 6 | Issue -14
Volume 6 | Issue -14
The present study aims at investigating the prevalence and identifying ectoparasites and haemoparasites in camels (Camelus dromaderius) in the Laghouat region. For this, an experimental work (from December 2022 to June 2023) was carried out on a sample of 115 camels. We used Giemsa-stain blood smear method to search for haemoparasites. The results showed an overall infestation rate of 33.9%, with the presence of the following ectoparasites (ticks): Hyalomma dromedarii (32%), Hyalomma impeltatum (9%) and heamoparasites: Babesia spp. (24.3%), Theileria spp (14.8%) and Trypanosoma spp (2.6%). Statistical analysis revealed a significant influence of breading method, aim breeding, clinical status and study site on the prevalence of ectoparasites and haemoparasites (P<0.05). At the end, parasites represent a major threat on camels’ health in Laghouat region. Therefore, future studies should be conducted to better understanding the epidemiology of these parasitic diseases and their potential risks and dangers on the economic and public health impact.