Occurrence of endoparasites in hedgehogs (Sphiggurus insidiosus) and black hedgehog (Chaetomys subspinosus)

Authors

  • Romulo Silva de Oliveira
  • Maria Cristina Valdetaro Rangel Universidade Vila Velha
  • João Luiz Rossi Junior Universidade Vila Velha
  • Fabio Ribeiro Braga Universidade Vila Velha

Abstract

Were necropsied eleven wild porcupines (Sphiggurus insidiosus and Chaetomys subspinosus) from roadkill occurred at Rodovia do Sol, ES-060. Necropsies consisted of direct observation of endoparasites by opening the gastrointestinal system and collecting the content. Were collected and analyzed, the gastric contents, the small and large intestine contents, and fecal examinations performed of flotation with saturated salt, sulfate solution of zinc and simple sedimentation. Of all individuals, 3 were positive for endoparasites, obtaining as finding Nematode’s eggs.

Keywords:

wild Rodents, atlantic forest, parasitism, helminths, nematodes, necropsy

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Author Biographies

Romulo Silva de Oliveira

Médico Veterinário.

Maria Cristina Valdetaro Rangel, Universidade Vila Velha

Mestranda em Ciência Animal da Universidade Vila Velha.

João Luiz Rossi Junior, Universidade Vila Velha

Professor da Universidade Vila Velha, Programas de Ciência Animal e Ecologia de Ecossistemas.

Fabio Ribeiro Braga, Universidade Vila Velha

Professor da Universidade Vila Velha, Programa de Pós-graduação Ciência Animal.

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How to Cite

Oliveira, R. S. de, Rangel, M. C. V., Rossi Junior, J. L., & Braga, F. R. (2015). Occurrence of endoparasites in hedgehogs (Sphiggurus insidiosus) and black hedgehog (Chaetomys subspinosus). Natureza Online, 13(5), 230–233. Retrieved from https://naturezaonline.com.br/revista/article/view/173

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