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A Prevalence Study on Anoplocephala spp. in Serbian Horses: Navigating Diagnostic Challenges and Understanding
Tijana Kukurić1, Mihajlo Erdeljan1, Jacqueline B Matthews2
1Department of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 8, 21 000 Novi Sad, Serbia.
Animals : an Open Access Journal From MDPI
|July 29, 2025
Summary
Equine tapeworm (Anoplocephala spp.) infection in Serbia affects 38.7% of horses. High stocking density and free-roaming increase risk, while serology is more sensitive for detection.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Parasitology
- Equine Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Anoplocephala spp. are prevalent equine tapeworms in Europe.
- Anoplocephala perfoliata is the most pathogenic, causing significant gastrointestinal issues like colic in horses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of Anoplocephala spp. infections in Serbian horses.
- To identify key risk factors associated with equine tapeworm infections in the region.
Main Methods:
- Utilized coprological analysis (sedimentation-flotation, Mini-FLOTAC) and serological testing (ELISA).
- Tested 173 horses across various regions in Serbia.
- Compared diagnostic efficacy of coprology and serology.
Main Results:
- Overall prevalence of Anoplocephala spp. infection was 38.7%.
- Serological testing identified a higher number of positive cases compared to coprology.
- Risk factors identified include high stocking density, free-roaming status, and co-infection with nematodes.
- Lower rainfall and temperate climate were associated with decreased infection risk.
Conclusions:
- Coprology and serology are complementary diagnostic tools for Anoplocephala spp. prevalence studies.
- Findings provide crucial insights into the epidemiology of equine tapeworm infections in Southeastern Europe.
- Highlights challenges in Anoplocephala spp. detection and management in equine populations.
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