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September 10, 2025Asian Research Journal of AgricultureOpen Access

Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites among Fish Found in Waterworks Reservoir, in Ado Ekiti, Nigeria

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AOAkomolede Olumide OlawoleRORaimi Christiana OluwatosinCSCherian Samuel

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Overview

Investigation uncovers intestinal parasites in freshwater fish, highlighting health risks to humans.

Key Points

  • The study found a significant prevalence of intestinal parasites in fish from the waterworks reservoir.
  • Out of 90 fish samples examined, a total of 86 parasites were identified, with Ascaris eggs being the most common.
  • Male fish had a slightly higher infestation rate than females, indicating possible differences in susceptibility.
  • The findings emphasize the potential health risks of consuming fish from polluted waters.

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Olawole et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1956b9b7b07f3a0619b61https://doi.org/10.9734/arja/2025/v18i3746
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