Porcine sarcoptic mange (Sarcoptes scabiel var suis ) in Ibadan, Nigeria

Abstract

A total of 102 (28.6%) of 357 pigs in Ibadan yielded evidence of infection with Sarcoptes scabiei var suis. Of 89 weaners, 15.7% showed positive infection as opposed to 31% of 113 piglets, 18.4% of 125 sows and 26.7% of 30 boars. The parasite was mush higher in samples from pre-weaning pigs than in samples from any of the other group. Large White/Local cross showed fewer lesions and were less positive for the parasite and pigs for  breeding purpose were more affected than pigs in the commercial unit.

Key words: Sarcoptic mange, pigs