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Important parasites in poultry production systems.

M D Ruff1

  • 1Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, Agricultural Research Service, United States Department of Agriculture, Beltsville, MD 20705, USA. mdr@ars.usda.gov

Veterinary Parasitology
|August 24, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Poultry parasites, including protozoa, helminths, and arthropods, cause significant economic losses. This review covers their pathogenesis, disease interactions, and control strategies like chemotherapy, management, and immunity.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Parasitology
  • Poultry Health Management

Background:

  • Poultry meat constitutes 30% of global meat consumption.
  • Parasitic infections pose a significant threat to poultry health and economic viability in both commercial and backyard settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review major protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites affecting poultry.
  • To discuss parasite pathogenesis, disease interactions, and control methods.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of major poultry parasite species.
  • Analysis of pathogenesis and economic impact.
  • Overview of control strategies.

Main Results:

  • Identified key protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites.

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  • Detailed their pathogenic effects on poultry.
  • Highlighted the economic significance of these infections.

    • Conclusions:

    • Effective control requires understanding parasite biology, pathogenesis, and host-parasite interactions.
    • Integrated control strategies encompassing chemotherapy, management, and immunity are crucial for minimizing economic losses in poultry production.