An Overview of Gastrointestinal Nematodes of Equines in Ethiopia

Girma W, Terfa W and Negasa T

Published on: 2024-04-20

Abstract

Nematodes are recognized to affect the health of humans and animals worldwide. Gastrointestinal nematode infections in equines can cause a variety of intestinal, respiratory, and other issues that have a direct impact on the health and productivity of working animals. Equines, which include horses, donkeys, and mules, act as a mode of transportation for the public and materials and offer a living for many rural and semi-urban inhabitants around the world. They play an important role in the agricultural systems of many developing countries. Donkeys may play an important role in the frameworks of food security and social fairness in secure countries. In locations without roads, many people rely on mules and donkeys to bring food and supplies to villages. Although equines provide significant contributions to the national economy, parasitic helminths are one of the most prominent reasons that impede. Equines as a means of transport for men and materials provide livelihood to a number of rural and semi-urban populations in the world. They have a prominent position in the agricultural systems of many developing countries. In areas away from roads, many people use mules and donkeys to transport food and other supplies to villages. Although equines have great contributions to the national economy of the country, parasitic helminths are one of the most common factors that hinder the maximum utilization of these animals to their potential.