Identification and epidemiological analysis of Perostrongylus falciformis infestation in Irish badgers

ConclusionInfestation was widely distributed throughout the Republic of Ireland, with a trend towards higher infestation risk in western versus eastern counties. In addition males were at a higher risk of infestation than females and juveniles were at a significantly higher risk than adult badgers.

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Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - July 8, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research