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a practical guide to their prevention and control
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This book is comprised of 11 chapters covering the prevention and control of ectoparasites that contribute to disease and infection in sheep and goats, types of parasites, diseases caused by these parasites and control methods that are currently available. Moreover, the implications of these ectoparasitoses on animal welfare and environmental impacts are also discussed. Focus is given on mites (Acari), ticks (Ixodida), lice (Phthiraptera), flies (Diptera), fleas (Siphonaptera), diagnosis, prevention, chemical control, alternative control methods and economic damage.
Mites (Acari) -- Ticks (Ixodida) -- Lice (Phthiraptera) -- Flies (Diptera) -- Fleas (Siphonaptera) -- Diagnosis of ectoparasite infections -- Prevention -- Chemical control -- Alternative methods for ectoparasite control -- Economic damage.
Description based on opening page (viewed Apr. 2, 2012).
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 209-235) and index.