Some helminths of the Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis Rüpell 1840, Canidae) and its prey in the Bale Mountains National Park

A study of the Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis) and its prey in Bale Mountains National Park revealed significant helminth presence. Trichuris vulpis eggs were found in all fecal samples, while one sample contained unfertilized Ascaris lumbricoides eggs. Adult Echinococcus granulosus was observed once, though additional samples did not confirm its presence. Unidentified Taenia species eggs were consistently detected in all fecal samples. Furthermore, an encysted Ascaris larva was found in the liver of a rodent, Arvicanthis blicki. The research highlights the parasitic load carried by both the Ethiopian wolf and its prey, providing insights into their ecological interactions within this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Jebessa, H. (2011). Some helminths of the Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis Rüpell 1840, Canidae) and its prey in the Bale Mountains National Park. SINET: Ethiopian Journal of Science, 32(1). https://doi.org/10.4314/sinet.v32i1.67887