Detection of Raillietina spp. in Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus): A case report

International Journal of Biology Sciences 2026 Open access

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Authors: Sujit Mathew Kolangath, SV Upadhye, RP Kolhe, VM Dhoot, BK Bhadane, PK Bhangale, Chandrashekaran Bala N, SJ Patwa
DOI: 10.33545/26649926.2026.v8.i1a.536
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Abstract

The case report deals with the detection of Raillietina spp. in Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus). The tapeworm was identified during a necropsy of a peafowl presented to the Wildlife Research & Training Centre, Gorewada, Nagpur. The intestinal contents were subjected to the saturated salt flotation technique, leading to the detection of coccidian oocysts and Raillietinan eggs. The tapeworm was studied by microscopy and identified. The finding has value in captive and free-range management of birds.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bird parasitology and diseases Helminth infection and control Parasite Biology and Host Interactions

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Biology Sciences
Volume
8
Issue
1
Pages
09–11
Publication date
1 January 2026