Helminthic Infection on Goats in Fujian

This investigation aimed to determine the source and status on the helminthic infection on the goats of different ages in Fujian. Autopsies on 221 infection cases submitted by agents in various regions were performed. Complete anatomics in helminthology were used to obtain the morphological identification for the helminths, and statistics conducted on different age groups of the diseased goats for classification. The results indicated that, 194 out of the 221 cases were tested positive with the infection, at a rate of 87.78%. The percentages of infecting parasites were 28.05% of trematode, 33.48% of cestode, and 76.92% of nematode. Infections by two or more of helminths were detected in some cases. The major trematodes,Paramphistomum, Fasciola, Eurytrem, and Ogmocotyle, were found in 17.65%, 9.50%, 6.79%, and 5.43%, respectively, of the cases. The major cestodes,Moniezia in 28.05% and Cysticercus tenuicollis in 6.33% cases. The major nematodes, Haemonchus contortus, Oesophagostomum asperum,and Trichostrongylus, were detected in 65.61%, 27.60%, and 5.88%, respectively, of the cases. The species as well as the detection rates of the infecting parasites varied among the age groups of the goasts. It appeared that a sizable variety of goat helminths existed in Fujian. Consequently, information on the region where the diseased goats are raised and the age of them would be necessary in order for an effective control measure witha specific treatment.