Assessment of the Incidence of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Commercial Chicken Farms in Aluu and Choba Communities of Rivers State

H.o Imafidor, F Maurice and A.s Hinmikaiye
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H.o Imafidor: Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Port Harcourt
F Maurice: Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Port Harcourt
A.s Hinmikaiye: College of Agriculture, Division of Agricultural Colleges, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2025, vol. 10, issue 6, 496-502

Abstract: This study aimed to assess the incidence of gastrointestinal parasites in commercial chicken farms in Aluu and Choba communities of Rivers State, Nigeria. Using a stratified random sampling method, 120 chickens were sampled from four farms, representing both broiler and layer chickens. Fecal samples were collected and analyzed through standard parasitological techniques including direct smear and sedimentation. Results showed a 37.5% overall prevalence of parasitic infections, with 53.3% in Aluu farms and 46.7% in Choba farms, there was no significant difference between the locations (P>0.05). Layer chickens had a higher infection rate (64.4%) compared to broilers (35.6%), but statistical analysis showed no significant difference (P>0.05) between bird types. Identified parasites included Ascaridiagalli (25.00%), Coccidia (11.67%), Heterakisgallinarum (5.00%), and Strongyloidesavium (1.67%). This study underscores the need for enhanced biosecurity measures, regular deworming, and targeted interventions to curb parasitic infections and maintain poultry health and productivity in tropical regions like Rivers State, Nigeria.

Date: 2025
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