Prevalence and Genetic Diversity of and in Raptors from Thailand: Data from Rehabilitation Center

Overview

Journal Int J Parasitol Parasites Wildl

Date 2021 Aug 30

PMID 34458091

Citations 4

Authors

Pornchai Pornpanom

Chaiyan Kasorndorkbua

Preeda Lertwatcharasarakul

Chaleow Salakij

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Abstract

The diurnal raptors (Family: Accipitridae and Falconidae) are important as ecosystem bioindicators. Unfortunately, the global number of these birds has fallen, and they are close to extinction. This study reports the molecular prevalence and genetic diversity of and in raptors admitted to the Kasetsart University Raptor Rehabilitation Unit over a period of 6 years. A total of 198 raptors, including 22 species from 30 provinces in Thailand, were admitted. The prevalence of parasites in raptors was low: was 4.04% (95% CI: 1.29-6.78), and 2.53% (95% CI: 0.34-4.71). Eleven lineages of haemosporidian parasites were identified, and four lineages (ACCBAD02, NISALB01, NISALB02, and AEGMO03) are new globally. Interestingly, six lineages were isolated from birds belonging to the Accipitridae and Falconidae families (TYTAL4, TYTAL6, GLACUC08, MILANS06, OTUSCO02, and ORW1), indicating host shift of these parasites. Furthermore, the low prevalence of and in raptors compared with that in previous reports suggests a relationship between the activity of avian hosts and vectors. This information is valuable for application in raptor rehabilitation and further research.

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