Gastrointestinal Parasites of Indigenous and Introduced Primate Species of Rubondo Island National Park, Tanzania

2010 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 920-936 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jana Petrášová ◽  
David Modrý ◽  
Michael A. Huffman ◽  
Mwanahamissi I. Mapua ◽  
Lucia Bobáková ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽  
Primate Species

scholarly journals Gastro-intestinal Parasites of Assamese Macaque (Macaca assamensis Hodgson, 1840) in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Kathmandu, Nepal

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 53-57
Author(s):  
Geeta Pokhrel ◽  
Mahendra Maharjan
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Intestinal Parasites ◽  
Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽  
Primate Species ◽  
Parasitic Diseases ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Protozoan Parasites ◽  
Balantidium Coli ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Macaca Assamensis

The macaque is a member of the sub family Cercopithecinae and family Cercopithecidae of primate order of mammalian class. Among five species of monkeys reported from Nepal, Assamese Macaque is one of the less common primate species. A total of 85 fresh faecal samples of Assamese Macaque (Macaca assamensis) were collected from Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park (SNNP), Kathmandu, Nepal. All the samples were macroscopically as well as microscopically examined to identify the distribution of gastrointestinal parasites using faecal floatation and Sedimentation techniques. The result revealed the distribution of three species of protozoan and seven species of helminthes parasite among Assamese Macaque of SNNP with the prevalence rate of 72.94% (62/85). Among protozoan parasites, Balantidium coli showed the highest prevalence (28.24%) followed by Entamoeba sp. (20%), and Isospora sp. (3.53%). Ascaris sp. was found to be distributed maximum (10.58%) among helminth parasites followed by Trichuris sp. (9.41%), Strongyloides sp. (8.24%), Moniezia sp. (8.24%), Oesophagostomum sp. (4.7%), Hookworm (4.7%) and Physeloptera sp.(1.17%). The present study highlights the necessity of considering parasitic diseases as one of the threat in conservation of Assamese Macaque.Journal of Institute of Science and Technology, 2014, 19(2): 53-57

Transmission of Gastrointestinal Parasites in between Deer and Livestock Species at buffer zone located within the eastern part of Chitwan National Park, Nepal

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Subash Sapkota ◽  
Sagar Regmi ◽  
Roshan Ghimire ◽  
Ashish Pokhrel ◽  
Amir Sadaula ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Intestinal Parasite ◽  
Buffer Zone ◽  
Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽  
Fecal Examination ◽  
Livestock Species ◽  
Cross Transmission ◽  
Parasitic Load ◽  
Chitwan National Park ◽  
Veterinary Hospital

Abstract Deer are the hoofed ruminants of the order Artiodactyla and suborder Ruminantia in which infectious disease and parasites are of major concern in their conservation. This specific research helps us to determine the transmission of gastrointestinal parasites between deer and livestock in the buffer zone. The study was conducted in the eastern part of Chitwan National Park from June 2020 to July 2020. Fecal examination for the parasitic load was carried out using Floatation and Sedimentation techniques. 96.49% of the total fecal samples tested for parasitic eggs were found to be positive for the prevalence of gastro-intestinal parasite whereas parasitic prevalence in livestock of Buffer Zone i.e. Sauraha and Bachhauli area was calculated to be 87.30% based on the examination conducted within that same period and same area by the veterinary hospital. Pramphistomum was the most prevalent one in both deer (72.72%) and livestock (52.63%). The finding of this research revealed the higher chances of the exchange of parasites between the deer and livestock. A more advanced study must be done in this sector and concerned authorities should develop and implement effective plans to prevent cross-transmission of parasites between deer and livestock and other wildlife.

scholarly journals Encounter rates and group sizes of diurnal primate species of Mole National Park, Ghana

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 13523-13530
Author(s):  
Edward Debrah Wiafe
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Primate Species ◽  
Papio Anubis ◽  
Erythrocebus Patas ◽  
Patas Monkey ◽  
Encounter Rates ◽  
Olive Baboon ◽  
Green Monkey ◽  
The Status

Primate species are not widely explored in Ghana’s savannah ecosystems.  We report data on encounter rates and group sizes of primates at the Mole National Park in Ghana.  Forty transects, each of 5km length, were randomly laid in the park for the study.  Four species of primates were visually recorded during field surveys: Olive Baboon Papio anubis, Patas Monkey Erythrocebus patas, Green Monkey Chlorocebus sabaeus and Colobus vellerosus.  The status of C. vellerosus is Critically Endangered, the status of the other species is Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List.  Encounter rates (groups/km) were 0.98, 0.65 and 0.45 for Olive Baboons, Patas Monkeys and Green Monkeys respectively.  The mean group sizes were: Olive Baboon 10.8 (SE=1.1, range=1-38), Patas Monkey 12.2 (SE=3.3, range=1-35), and Green Monkey 10.0 (SE=1.9, range=1-25).  Only one group of White-thighed Colobus with a group size of six was encountered.  Encounter rates and group sizes of the same species varied in different parts of the park, and factors such as resource distribution and security against secret hunting may have influenced this variation.  Authors recommend further studies to facilitate better understanding of these primates.

scholarly journals Activity pattern and habitat association of Assamese macaques Macaca assamensis McClelland, 1840 in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-61
Author(s):  
Kalpana Ghimire ◽  
Mukesh Kumar Chalise
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Primate Species ◽  
Microhabitat Use ◽  
Diurnal Activity ◽  
Assamese Macaques ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Macaca Assamensis ◽  
Management Plans ◽  
Instantaneous Sampling ◽  
Schima Wallichii

Assamese macaque Macaca assamensis McClelland, 1840 is one of the primate species with narrow distribution range and the least exploration. This study investigated the diurnal activity of Assamese macaque and association with the vegetation in Nagarjun Forest of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Nepal. Behaviour sampling including Instantaneous sampling and Ad-libitum sampling (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM) along with vegetation survey (20 m × 20 m plots) were applied. The Raniban Barrack troop of Assamese macaque composed of 12 individuals was observed for a total of 225 hours to record the macaque’s diurnal activity. The troop spent 28% time in inactive, 25% in grooming, 23% in foraging, 23% in locomotion and 1% in fighting. Assamese macaque troop spent more time in Schima wallichii possessing 25.91%, 36.29% and 41.22% for foraging, locomotion and inactive respectively of the diurnal time. Altogether, 67 plant species (herbs, shrubs, trees and climbers) were documented from vegetation analysis. Schima wallichii and Ardisia macrocarpa were dominated the habitat. Paired t-test revealed significant difference in foraging (df = 24, P = 0.010) and inactive (df = 24, P = 0.003) between the morning and day observational phases. The findings of this study shed light on the food preference and microhabitat use by the protected Assamese macaque in Nepal that assists to formulate the management plans for the species.

scholarly journals An observation of intergroup infanticide in grey-cheeked mangabeys (Lophocebus albigena)

Behaviour ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 157 (12-13) ◽  
pp. 1091-1098
Author(s):  
Michelle Brown
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Selection ◽  
National Park ◽  
Kibale National Park ◽  
Primate Species ◽  
Lophocebus Albigena ◽  
Selection Hypothesis ◽  
Sexual Selection Hypothesis ◽  
Intergroup Conflicts

Abstract In primates, infanticide is occasionally observed during intergroup conflicts but does not fit the predictions of the sexual selection hypothesis. I report an observation of an intergroup infanticide during a sub-group foray in grey-cheeked mangabeys (Lophocebus albigena) at the Ngogo site in Kibale National Park, Uganda. Intergroup infanticide appears to be a form of extreme and long-term food defence across primate species, and occurs in conjunction with other forms of food defence.

scholarly journals First estimates of primate density and abundance in Siberut National Park, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia

Oryx ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 50 (2) ◽  
pp. 364-367
Author(s):  
Marcel C. Quinten ◽  
Fifin Nopiansyah ◽  
J. Keith Hodges
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Total Population ◽  
Distance Sampling ◽  
Primate Species ◽  
Density Estimates ◽  
Mentawai Islands ◽  
Major Significance ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Simias Concolor ◽  
Primate Density

AbstractIn 2011 we carried out the first systematic survey to determine the density and abundance of endemic forest primates in Siberut National Park, in the Mentawai Islands of West Sumatra, Indonesia. Distance sampling was employed to survey 18 transects located systematically throughout the Park, yielding a total survey effort of 192 km and 285 observations of primates for data analysis. From density estimates for the four resident primate species, the Siberut langur Presbytis siberu, the pig-tailed snub-nosed langur Simias concolor, Kloss's gibbon Hylobates klossii and the Siberut macaque Macaca siberu, we extrapolated a total population of c. 51,000 primates within the Park. We conclude that Siberut National Park is of major significance for the continued survival of Siberut's endemic primates, and provide recommendations to help ensure that it will continue to function as a refuge for primates.

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