Epidemiological study on ticks in farm animals in selected areas of Sri Lanka

• DOI: 10.4038/tar.v24i4.8019
• Publication Date: 2015-08-28T04:34:00Z
• Authors: D. R. Liyanaarachchi; H.R.N. Jinadasa; P.R.M.P. Dilrukshi; R.P.V.J. Rajapakse
• Keywords: Sri lanka; Tick-borne disease

Ticks are the most important ecto-parasites of livestock in tropical and subtropical areas, responsible for severe economic losses livestock. a major veterinary concern as they transmit pathogens, produce tick paralysis or toxicosis, reduce production The cost worldwide additional burden protecting against ticks tick-borne diseases now estimated to be billions dollars annually. main objective this study was determine diversity farm animals from selected areas Sri Lanka. Additionally, possibility introduction species wildlife into also investigated. were collected 30 locations Wet zone Dry (representing both rural urban regions), covering parts Lanka, during years 2009 2010. Eighteen (18) recorded present study, indicating fair increase reported findings included rare species, which has been previously only on wild animals. Some showed host preference while others have expanded their geographical range. Tropical Agricultural Research Vol. 24 (4): 336-346 (2013)