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Endoparasites of the raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides) and the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) in Denmark 2009–2012 – A comparative study.

Authors :
Al-Sabi, Mohammad Nafi Solaiman
Chriél, Mariann
Jensen, Trine Hammer
Enemark, Heidi Larsen
Source :
International Journal for Parasitology: Parasites & Wildlife; Dec2013, Vol. 2, p144-151, 8p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Highlights: [•] Raccoon dogs recently invaded Denmark. [•] Raccoon dogs and foxes harboured several helminths, some are zoonotic. [•] A markedly different helminth fauna was evident between the two hosts. [•] A fox was infected with Echinococcus multilocularis, no Trichinella spp. were detected. [•] Wildlife surveillance is a foundation for the protection against communicable parasites. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
22132244
Volume :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
International Journal for Parasitology: Parasites & Wildlife
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
91975624
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijppaw.2013.04.001