Transmission: Coccidiosis is transmitted from animal to animal by the fecal–oral route. Infected fecal material can contaminate feed, water or soil; therefore, cattle can contract the disease by eating and drinking from contaminated sources, or by licking itself or other animals.
Who and what are the causes of coccidiosis?
Coccidiosis is caused by protozoa of the phylum Apicomplexa, family Eimeriidae. In poultry, most species belong to the genus Eimeria and infect various sites in the intestine.
How do you stop coccidia from spreading?
Control and Prevention1In addition to treatment, appropriate sanitation is helpful in preventing spread of coccidiosis in kennels and catteries.2Oocysts sporulate quickly once in the environment; daily removal of feces can aid in the prevention of coccidiosis.Coccidia - Companion Animal Parasite Council
What are the signs of coccidiosis?
Outward signs of coccidiosis in chickens include droopiness and listlessness, loss of appetite, loss of yellow color in shanks, pale combs and wattles, ruffled, unthrifty feathers, huddling or acting chilled, blood or mucus in the feces, diarrhea, dehydration, and even death.
Is coccidiosis an airborne disease?
Airborne fecal dust can transfer viable oocysts from one location to another. Clinical and Subclinical Disease. Coccidiosis may cause clinical or subclinical disease.
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