Molecular detection of the zoonotic trematode Centrocestus formosanus (Nishigori, 1924) (Opisthorchiida, Heterophyidae) in Central Europe.

In our study, fancy southern platyfish Xiphophorus maculatus (Cyprinodontiformes, Poeciliidae) were examined due to breathing disorders and mortality. Fish came from Vietnam farm and were redistributed by international wholesaler. In fish, loss of appetite and gasping near the water surface was observed.

Sequence Types and Allelic Variations in Isolates from Clinical and Different Environmental Sources in Italy.

The genus comprises free-living amoebae distributed in a wide variety of environments. These amoebae are clinically significant, causing opportunistic infections in humans and other animals. Despite this, limited data on sequence types and alleles are available in Italy.

Zoonotic Genotypes and Other Gastrointestinal Parasites in a Badger Population Living in an Anthropized Area of Central Italy.

The Eurasian badger () is widespread in Italy and occupies different habitats. The occurrence and species of gastrointestinal parasites were evaluated in a free-ranging badger population living in a highly anthropic area in central Italy. A total of 43 fecal samples were examined using the flotation test, the Mini-FLOTAC and Baermann techniques, and a rapid immunoassay for the detection of and spp.

Single and Synergistic Effects of Fenbendazole and Metronidazole Against Subclinical Infection by in Non-Human Primates in a Zoological Garden in Southern Italy.

The aim of this study was to assess the single and synergistic effects of fenbendazole (Fenb) and metronidazole (Metro) for the treatment of infection in different species of non-human primates (NHPs) housed in a zoological garden of southern Italy. Moreover, the study also aimed to better define the circulation of zoonotic assemblages in NHP and the potential occurrence of zoonotic transmission between the staff from the zoo and NHP. Briefly, six species that belonged to four families (Lemuridae, Cercopithecidae, Atelidae, and Hylobatidae) of NHP and housed in six cages (CG) were identified as positive and divided into two groups.

in Wildlife: Exploring Genotype Diversity in Italy and across Europe.

Fragmented data are so far available on genotype diversity of in wildlife in different countries in Europe, in particular, in Italy. In the present study, sequences obtained from different Italian wild animals [12 porcupines (), 4 wild boars (), 1 wolf (), 6 Alpine chamois ()] were compared with those available from wild host species in Europe to add new data on the geographic distribution of assemblages/sub-assemblages and their transmission patterns among natural hosts. Thirty-eight sequences were obtained by MLG analysis (, , , and genes) and subsequently compared by phylogenetic and network analyses with those from wild species monitored in the last decades in Europe.

Giardia duodenalis in colony stray cats from Italy.

Giardia duodenalis is the most common intestinal protozoan in humans and animals worldwide, including eight morphologically identical assemblages, infecting pets, livestock, wildlife and human beings. Assemblages A and B are those with the higher zoonotic potential, and they have been detected in several mammals other than humans; the others (C to H) show a higher host specificity. Cats can harbour both the specific Assemblage F and the zoonotic ones A and B.

Giardia microti in pet Microtus guentheri: Evidence of a parasite never detected in Italy.

The genus Giardia includes several species distinguished by morphological, biological and molecular features. Currently, eight species within the genus are retained as valid. In Italy no identification of Giardia species other than Giardia duodenalis has been so far reported.