scholarly journals Eimeriosis Seasonal Dynamics Patterns at an Organic Sheep Farm in the Czech Republic

2017 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-75
Author(s):  
I.A. Kyriánová ◽  
J. Vadlejch ◽  
I. Langrová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
Eimeria Species ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Sheep Farm ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Flotation Technique ◽  
Prevalent Species ◽  
Genus Eimeria ◽  
Eimeria Infection

Abstract This epidemiological study monitored the occurrence of the coccidia genus Eimeria and their species composition over a oneyear period at an organic sheep farm in the Czech Republic. Individual faecal samples were collected from thirty lambs and thirty ewes once a month throughout the whole survey. As a result, 348 and 333 samples from ewes and lambs respectively were evaluated using the faecal flotation technique. The overall prevalence of eimeriosis was 75.7% and 54.0% for lambs and ewes respectively. Four Eimeria species (E. ovinoidalis, E. crandallis/weybridgensis, E. parva, and E. intricata) were identified in both, lambs and ewes, during this survey. The most prevalent species was E. ovinoidalis, with an overall prevalence of 84% in ewes and 85% in lambs, followed by E. parva and E. crandallis/weybridgensis. The oocysts faecal output was seasonal. The highest oocysts per gram levels were detected in February (139 000) and May (250 000) in ewes and in February (1 949 900), March (326 000), and May (187 700) in lambs. The intensity of Eimeria infection differed significantly (P < 0.0001) between ewes and lambs during the monitored period.

scholarly journals Endoparasites in European hares (Lepus europaeus) under gamekeeping conditions in the Czech Republic

2012 ◽  
Vol 49 (3) ◽  
pp. 159-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Lukešová ◽  
I. Langrová ◽  
J. Vadlejch ◽  
I. Jankovská ◽  
J. Hlava ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Lepus Europaeus ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Eimeria Spp ◽  
Prevalent Species ◽  
Different Parts

AbstractDuring December 2007 and November–April 2008/2009, 128 gastrointestinal tracts and 1680 faecal samples of hares from different parts of the Czech Republic were examined. Evaluation of the faeces samples indicated that the samples could have been infected with any one of the following parasites: Eimeria spp., Trichostrongylus retortaeformis, Trichuris leporis, Graphidium strigosum, Strongyloides sp., Protostrongylus spp. and Anoplocephalidae tape-worms. Trichostrongylus retortaeformis was the most common nematode (75.8 %). 39.8 % of the animals were infected with Trichuris leporis. Only four hares were in-fected with Graphidium strigosum. Eimeria spp. was the most commonly occurring parasite (90.5 %). The follow-ing species were found: Eimeria coquelinae, E. cabareti, E. leporis, E. babatica, E. europea, E. pierrecouderti, E. macrosculpta, E. orbiculata and E. stefanski. Eimeria coquelinae was the most prevalent species (68.4 %). Eimeria cabareti and E. leporis were the next most frequently found species (64.5 % and 57.8 %, respectively).

scholarly journals Changes of dipteran pests in agricultural, horticultural and ornamental plants during the 20th century

2008 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 279-288 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hana Šefrová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
20Th Century ◽  
Ornamental Plants ◽  
The Czech Republic

Results of an analysis of dipteran pests composition and changes of their importance in agricultural, horticultural and ornamental plants during the 20th century are given. Even 89 Diptera species have been registered as pests of these plants (1.1 % of all species known in the Czech Republic). Of these ca 14 (16%) species caused regular and important and other 23 (26%) species occasional damages. The remaining 52 (58%) species are unimportant, local and sporadic pests. Only small changes (10% maximally) in the species composition of more important dipteran pests have been registered during the century.

Desmids from ephemeral pools and aerophytic habitats from the Czech Republic

Biologia ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 63 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan Šťastný
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
Temporary Pools ◽  
Multivariate Statistic ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Statistic Method ◽  
Ephemeral Pools ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Distribution And Ecology ◽  
Wetland Habitats

AbstractThe distribution and ecology of desmids in wetland habitats in the Czech Republic were studied during 2003–2007. Samples were taken also from various aerophytic habitats and temporary pools thet had not been sufficiently studied before. Altogether 110 desmids taxa were found in 31 samples which were ordinated on the basis of their desmid species composition using a multivariate statistic method. The discussion focuses on the most interesting findings and on the factors that influence the distribution of desmids in different types of aerophytic habitats.

scholarly journals Parasites of Myocastor coypus – a Comparison in Farm Animals and Their Feral Counterparts

2018 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-25
Author(s):  
S. Nechybová ◽  
I. Langrová ◽  
E. Tůmová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Nematode Species ◽  
Farm Animals ◽  
Myocastor Coypus ◽  
Free Living ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Nematode Eggs ◽  
Mcmaster Method ◽  
Feral Animals

Abstract The parasitic status in the coypus (nutrias) Myocastor coypus, both farm-bred or free-living on river banks in the Czech Republic, was determined. Faecal samples were collected from 200 coypus originating from 11 farms (farm-bred animals) and from 20 individuals living at 14 natural localities (feral animals). Faeces were examined for nematode eggs and coccidian oocysts using the McMaster method. The evaluation of faeces from farm-bred coypus indicated infection with the following parasites: Trichuris sp., Strongyloides sp., Trichostrongylus sp., Eimeria seidelli, Eimeria nutriae, Eimeria coypi, and Eimeria myopotami. Free-living feral rodents harboured Eimeria nutriae, E. coypi, Strongyloides sp. and in one case also Trichuris sp. An additional visceral examination of 20 coypus originating from five farms revealed two nematode species in the gastrointestinal tracts, namely Trichuris myocastoris and Strongyloides myopotami. The study indicated that feral coypus are far less parasitized than their captive counterparts.

scholarly journals Effects of cattle slurry application on plant species composition of moderately moist Arrhenatherion grassland

2013 ◽  
Vol 59 (No. 11) ◽  
pp. 485-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Duffková ◽  
H. Libichová
Keyword(s):  
Species Richness ◽  
Czech Republic ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Application Rate ◽  
Plant Species Composition ◽  
Forage Production ◽  
Cattle Slurry ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Application Rates

Cattle slurry is frequently used fertilizer on grasslands, but little is known about its effect on plant species composition. The aim of this study was therefore to assess effect of different application rates of cattle slurry (S0 &ndash; 0, S1 &ndash; 60, S2 &ndash; 120, S3 &ndash; 180, S4 &ndash; 240 kg N/ha/year) on the plant species composition of three-cut grassland. The study was performed over 6 years on moderately moist upland Arrhenatherion grassland in the Czech Republic dominated by Alopecurus pratensis, Trisetum flavescens, and Poa spp. Species composition recorded in treatments with application of cattle slurry in rate up to 120 kg N/ha/year was similar to the unfertilized control. During first three years, species richness was similar in all treatments and then decreased the most in S4 followed by S3 treatment. Cover of short forbs increased in S0 and decreased with an increase in slurry application rate which supported tall grasses. Application of cattle slurry up to 120 kg N/ha/year can be considered as suitable compromise between maintenance of species rich grasslands and requirements of farmers for sufficient forage production.

Patterns of Eimeria excretion in young Icelandic calves

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 ◽  
pp. 29-39
Author(s):  
Charlotta Oddsdóttir ◽  
Guðný Rut Pálsdóttir
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Eimeria Species ◽  
Dairy Farms ◽  
Oocyst Excretion ◽  
The Third ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Eimeria Spp ◽  
Faecal Consistency ◽  
Second Peak ◽  
Eimeria Infection

Faecal samples were collected from a total of 11 calves on three dairy farms (four from two farms and three from one) where calves generally thrive well and no anti-coccidial treatment is habitually carried out. One of the farms keeps calves in groups on hay/straw bedding, one keeps calves in pairs on plastic slats and then in groups on concrete slats, and the third one keeps calves in groups on concrete slats. Faecal consistency and the total number of Eimeria spp. oocysts per gram faeces (OPG) were determined and species identification was carried out by morphology. Eimeria oocysts were detected in all calves at some point of the study period, and diarrhoea was seen in 55% of the calves. The highest peak in oocyst excretion was 69,300 OPG. The first peak in oocyst excretion was seen 2-3 weeks after calves had been moved to group pens, and a second peak was seen 2-3 weeks later. Nine Eimeria species were found, including E. bovis and E. zuernii. The results are in accordance with previous studies showing that one of the risk factors for Eimeria infection in calves is entering a group pen where older calves are already being kept.

scholarly journals Molecular characterization of a porcine sapovirus strain isolated from a piglet with diarrhoea: a case report

2011 ◽  
Vol 56 (No. 8) ◽  
pp. 409-415 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Dufkova ◽  
P. Kulich ◽  
J. Prodelalova
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Rna Polymerase ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Porcine Sapovirus ◽  
Viral Particles ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
The Family ◽  
Capsid Gene Sequence ◽  
Negative Staining Electron Microscopy

Porcine sapoviruses, members of the family Caliciviridae, have been considered as an aetiological agent of gastroenteritis in pigs. In this study, we analysed 251 faecal samples obtained from 3 to 90 day-old diarrhoeic pigs in the Czech Republic between January 2005 and June 2010 and tested them by negative staining electron microscopy for the presence of sapoviruses. Only one sample showed the presence of viral particles with characteristic sapovirus morphology. The presence of sapovirus (SaV) was confirmed by an RT-PCR assay with primers specific for the sapoviral RNA polymerase and capsid genes. Phylogenetic analysis based on a partial sequence of the RNA polymerase gene placed the new Czech isolate into the GVII genogroup of porcine sapoviruses; however, analysis of a portion of the capsid gene sequence classified the isolate as GIII of the genus Sapovirus. These contradictory findings indicate that recombinant porcine sapovirus was identified. According to our knowledge this is the first description of porcine sapovirus in domestic pigs in the Czech Republic

scholarly journals Outdoor occurrence of stored-product pests (Coleoptera) in the vicinity of a grain store – Short communication

2010 ◽  
Vol 41 (No. 2) ◽  
pp. 86-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. Kučerová ◽  
R. Aulický ◽  
V. Stejskal
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
Short Communication ◽  
Insect Pests ◽  
Sitophilus Granarius ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Pest Monitoring ◽  
Stored Product Pests ◽  
Bait Traps ◽  
First Time

The species composition, frequency and abundance of insect pests (Coleoptera) occurring outside a grain store were explored. Wheat bait traps were used for pest monitoring; they were changed every month from April to September. For the first time the outdoor occurrence of primary and secondary stored-product pests was documented in the Czech Republic. Seven species of Coleoptera were found outside the grain store. Pest abundance and frequency were in high correlation. The primary pest Sitophilus granarius was dominant.

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