2025 March-1 - 152 articles
Quill mites of the family Syringophilidae (Acariformes: Prostigmata) are highly specialised avian ectoparasites that inhabit feather quills. Despite their widespread occurrence, their diversity, distribution, and host associations remain poorly under...
The results obtained using precision feeding in maternities (electronic sow feeders, ESFs) may be affected by the type of farrowing pen, as the design of the pen may modify the behavior of the sows. Hence, the aim of the present study was to determin...
The present study marks a significant step forward in validating the use of skin biopsies for measuring reproductive steroid hormones in sharks. Given the conservation concerns surrounding many chondrichthyan species and the growing emphasis on adher...
Lumbar and lumbosacral pain in dogs often involves multiple concurrent spinal pathologies, complicating the identification of primary pain generators. This study assessed the associations between MRI-diagnosed spinal pathologies and pain to provide c...
The diversity and composition of the gut microbiota are widely recognized as fundamental factors influencing the well-being and productivity of domestic animals. Advancements in sequencing technologies have revolutionized studies in this research fie...
The large-scale expansion of the golden jackal (Canis aureus) across Europe in recent decades has been strongly influenced by its successful space and habitat use. In this study, we analyzed the habitat selection of seven golden jackals tracked with...
This study investigated the effects of dietary Cannabis sativa residues (CR) on broiler growth and meat characteristics. A total of 256 one-day-old male Ross-308 broilers were randomly assigned to four treatments: a basal diet (control) and diets con...
This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic effect of Terminalia chebula (TC) on Tibetan yak-origin Salmonella-induced diarrhea and dysentery in mice. The levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α), anti-inflammat...
Territorial crustaceans exhibit a complex set of personality traits and behavioral characteristics that are critical for their survival, growth, and overall welfare. This study aimed to systematically investigate the interplay between two essential p...
Trypanosomes are parasitic protozoa that cause severe diseases in humans and animals. The most important species of Trypanosmes include Trypanosoma evansi and Trypanosoma brucei gambiense. The most well-known human diseases are sleeping sickness in A...
The hypothalamus (hyp) serves as the regulatory hub of the neuroendocrine system, synthesizing and secreting reproductive hormones that modulate estrus, follicular maturation, and embryonic development in goats. This study employed RNA-seq analysis t...
The harsh conditions of the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau pose significant physiological challenges to local fauna, often resulting in gastrointestinal disorders. However, Tibetan pigs have exhibited remarkable adaptability to the high-altitude stress...
Mammalian spermatogenesis is a complex biological process that is regulated by multiple types of cells. The heterogeneity of these cells poses a challenge for analyzing different cell types at different developmental stages. To characterize the trans...
Laying hens’ metabolism goes through a cyclic process to produce eggs, which requires higher dietary protein and energy in the morning (AM) and higher calcium (Ca) in the afternoon/evening (PM) than the rest of the day. Therefore, poultry scien...
Bedding is an important component of equine accommodation management. Choosing the right bedding is important for stable management and its selection may include considerations such as the sourcing of the material, the capital investment and ongoing...
Feeding HC diets has been found to induce metabolic dysregulation in the colon. However, the mechanisms by which changes in colonic flora and metabolites damage the colonic epithelium are poorly studied. Therefore, the present experiment used a multi...
The gut microbiota plays a vital role in the physiological functions and health of animals. Domestic pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus) and wild boars (Sus scrofa scrofa), which share a common ancestor, present a unique model for exploring the evolutionary...
Yellow seabream (Acanthopagrus latus), a species of significant economic importance, predominantly inhabits the warm waters of the Indo-Western Pacific. While previous studies have explored the genetic diversity of A. latus using microsatellites and...
Herbivorous livestock, such as cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and donkeys, play a crucial role in agricultural production and possess remarkable resilience to extreme environmental conditions, driven by complex genetic mechanisms. Recent advancements...
Respiratory compliance reflects the ability of the lungs and chest wall to expand in response to increases in pressure. In this review, relevant studies were selected through a comprehensive literature search with the aim of summarizing and generaliz...
This study aimed to identify single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) loci within the coding sequence of the neuropeptide Y (NPY) gene and evaluate their association with egg production traits in Thai native chickens. The goal was to enhance productivity...
Scaled integument of six species of the genus Acanthocercus and Laudakia nupta, family Agamidae was studied using light and scanning electron microscopy. Gross observation revealed the presence of two types of modified scales in the males. The enlarg...
Alligator weed (AW; Alternanthera philoxeroides) can have severe ecological and economic consequences by impacting water quality, flow and the growth of native flora and fauna. Plants, both edible and inedible, contain phenolics, compounds that can s...
Throughout the 20th century, coyotes (Canis latrans) expanded from their historical geographic range west of the Mississippi River to a current range of almost all of North America. Over the course of this expansion, coyotes have demonstrated diverse...
A conventional PCR (cPCR) remains an effective molecular technique for the diagnosis of canine monocytic ehrlichiosis. However, agarose gel electrophoresis requires additional time after thermal cycling. In the present study, we developed a PCR-based...
California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) are susceptible to various ocular diseases, with some literature suggesting a heightened risk for those kept in freshwater pools as opposed to saltwater. Given the potential implications of housing condit...
The effects of incorporating yeast culture (YC) into pelleted feeds on sheep production and the potential impact on rumen microbial populations, microbial metabolism, and fermentation have not been extensively studied. This study aimed to evaluate th...
The aim of this study is to evaluate the model performance in the classification of FAMACHA© scores using Support Vector Machines (SVMs) with a focus on the estimation of the FAMACHA© scoring system used for early diagnosis and treatment ma...
Amphibian conservation concerns frequently center on the idea of ‘saving’ them, with the underlying assumption they are the passive victims of anthropogenic environmental change. But this approach ignores the physiological, biochemical, a...
The pituitary gland regulates essential physiological processes in mammals. Despite its importance, research on its anatomy and ultrastructure in dolphins remains scarce. Using non-invasive imaging technology (MRI) and a novel skull-opening and disse...
Acrossocheilus Oshima, 1919, a cyprinid genus of Cyprinidae in southern China and currently comprises 26 valid species. In this study, we describe Acrossocheilus dabieensis sp. nov. from the Dabie Mountains, China. This new species differs from...
Feed fermentation enhances feed nutrition and animal health, but its impact on the gut microbiota of young pigs remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a probiotic fermented feed, which includes Lactobacillus plantarum, Pediococc...
Avian scavengers, particularly vultures, play a crucial role in ecosystem health by efficiently consuming carcasses, thereby reducing pathogen abundance and limiting disease transmission to wildlife, livestock, and humans. In addition to the indispen...
Snakes are stimuli inducing an ancestral fear response in humans and other primates. Certain snakes evoke more subjective fear than others. True vipers are high-fear-eliciting snakes for both African and European respondents. This can be explained by...
The riverine fish species are highly vulnerable and responsive to large-scale water diversion projects. These adverse impacts are more pronounced in the plateau river ecosystems, which may change the environmental conditions of fish habitats and comm...
The glymphatic system, an analog of the peripheral lymphatic system in the brain, and the meningeal lymphatic system are critical to central nervous system health. The glymphatic system functions to distribute cerebrospinal fluid and important compou...
Deciphering the gastrointestinal microbial response to oral SS DNA vaccines with different doses is helpful for identifying the mechanism for effective utilization of the vaccine for improving animal production. Here, we conduct a comparative study w...
There are two phenotypes in the natural populations of Marsupenaeus japonicus, which is an ideal model for studying the formation of markings and body color in crustaceans. In a previous study, we used comparative transcriptome technology to screen s...
Nuclear Factor of Activated T Cells 5 (NFAT5) is a transcription factor that plays a pivotal role in immune regulation. While its functions have been extensively studied in mammalian immune systems, its role in marine invertebrates, particularly in b...
Excessive mating is a significant welfare concern for floor-reared broiler breeder hens. Perches have shown potential as a solution to mitigate this issue; however, limited research is available on the design parameters of perches. Understanding the...
Hu and Wugu × Hu rams underwent scrotal insulation to simulate mild heat stress, resulting in a 3.0 ± 0.1 °C increase in scrotal surface temperature. Semen samples were collected every five days from day 11 to 56, and testis samples...
A 1-year-old Maltese–Poodle mixed breed dog was referred to the cardiology service because of severe exercise intolerance and daily exercise-induced syncopal episodes. Physical examination revealed no abnormalities. Echocardiography showed inte...
This study assessed the effects of using a total mixed ration (TMR), compared to distributing the concentrate and the forage separately, on the productive performance of beef cattle fed high-concentrate diets and on rumen fermentation characteristics...
Climate change is driving the restructuring of global biological communities. As a species sensitive to climate change, studying the response of small rodents to climate change is helpful to indirectly understand the changes in ecology and biodiversi...
A modified AM/PM strategy was evaluated in this study by supplementing calcium (Ca) in afternoon/evening (PM) drinking water instead of feed, offering an alternative to supplying two diets. A 10-week trial was conducted with 288 Hy-Line Brown hens (5...
This study aimed to investigate the mediating effect of vanin-1 (VNN1) and its DNA methylation on the reduction in liver fat synthesis due to the role of betaine and 5-Azacytidine (5-AZA) in geese. Twenty-eight 35-day-old male Jiangnan white geese wi...
Ergot alkaloids present in endophyte-infected tall fescue can cause a series of negative effects in exposed cattle. This study evaluated the effectiveness of molasses-based block supplements (MBSs) in alleviating vasoconstriction, which leads to redu...
This study investigated IgG concentrations, bacterial contamination, and nutrient components of colostrum on dairy farms in eastern Hokkaido, Japan, to examine the factors making it possible to obtain high-quality colostrum. Colostrum samples were co...
Atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS) is a neurosurgical condition caused by joint hyperflexion and is characterized by the development of compressive cervical myelopathy. Various ventral fixation techniques have been described to permanently reduce the sub...
This study evaluated electroencephalogram [EEG] and cardiovascular correlation of sevoflurane anesthesia in healthy beagle dogs at varying minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) multiples. Processed EEG indices (Patient State Index [PSI], burst suppres...
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