Enteroparasitoses em uma região da Amazônia ocidental / Entero-parasitosis in a region of the western Amazon

Introdução: as parasitoses intestinais são doenças que apresentam um problema de saúde mundial, causando grandes problemas nutricionais, onde sua ocorrência varia de acordo com o clima de cada região e condições socioeconômicas. Regiões que apresentam climas trópicos com umidade, altos índices de chuvas e temperaturas elevadas associadas com a falta de informações sobre as enteroparasitoses merecem atenção. Objetivo: o presente trabalho buscou avaliar os tipos de enteroparasitoses entre os anos de 2018 a 2020 em uma parcela da população de um município da Amazônia Ocidental, mais especificamente, (i) avaliar os tipos de enteroparasitoses que acometem a população entre os períodos de inundação e estiagem; (ii) avaliar a influência das enteroparasitoses em indivíduos de acordo com o gênero e a faixa etária ao longo de três anos. Metodologia: as coletas de dados foram realizadas entre os anos de 2018 a 2020, por meio de análises de planilhas concedidas pelo laboratório de análises clinicas LABSUL. Resultados: foram avaliados 4236 exames de fezes, sendo que apenas 1396 foram positivos para enteroparasitoses. Dos quais a maior parte foi causada por protozoários (58,69%) que acometeram principalmente Mulheres, jovens e crianças nos períodos de inundação. Conclusão: diante disso, os dados demonstraram que as enteroparasitoses acometem com frequência uma parcela da população local. Além de trazer informações que podem reforçar a necessidade da implementação do sistema de saneamento básico, juntamente com campanhas de conscientização populacional a respeito das vias de contaminação e da forma de propagação dessas infecções.

Introduction: intestinal parasites are diseases that present a worldwide health problem, causing major nutritional problems, where their occurrence varies according to the climate of each region and socioeconomic conditions. Regions that have tropical climates with humidity, high levels of rainfall and high temperatures associated with a lack of information on entero-parasitosis deserve attention. Objective: the present work sought to evaluate the types of intestinal parasites between the years 2018 to 2020 in a portion of the population of a municipality in the Western Amazon, more specifically, (i) to evaluate the types of entero-parasitosis that affect the population between periods of flooding and drought; (ii) to evaluate the influence of entero-parasitosis in individuals according to gender and age group over three years. Methodology: data collection was carried out between the years 2018 to 2020, through analysis of spreadsheets provided by the clinical analysis laboratory LABSUL. Results: 4236 stool exams were evaluated, of which only 1396 were positive for entero-parasitosis. Most of which were caused by protozoa (58.69%) that mainly affected women, young people and children during flood periods. Conclusion: in view of this, the data showed that intestinal parasites frequently affect a portion of the local population. In addition to bringing information that can reinforce the need to implement the basic sanitation system, together with population awareness campaigns regarding the routes of contamination and the way in which these infections spread.

The influence of black spot disease on the relative condition factor of Astyanax paranae Eigenmann, 1914 (Characiformes: Characidae) in Brazilian subtropical streams

Environmental disturbances and their consequences require constant studies to understand how communities and their ecological relationships respond to these processes. Through analysis of the host-parasite relationships, it is observed that the effect of these disturbances is variable and can change the physiology or behavior of organisms. Black spot disease, caused by endoparasitic helminths, is a pathology observed in natural environments, however, there is not much information about the consequences of this infestation. We separated the specimens from each stream into parasitized and non-parasitized groups, which were subjected to biometric analysis. The biometrics involved cysts count and weight-length measures, which were used to analyze the average relative condition factor. Additionally, we correlate these measures with the parasitic burden of infected individuals. Finally, the parasitized individuals were submitted to histological sections to recognize the parasite. The results demonstrate a low physiological condition in the parasitized group, when compared with non-parasitized groups from the same stream and from different streams. This suggests that pollution, in addition to effects of infestation worsen the fish condition. Besides, the parasite burden was negatively correlated with the condition factor, weight and length measures. We conclude that the parasite burden negatively affects Astyanax paranae individuals´ physiological condition and that trematodes also occur in polluted environments.

Occurrence of Neoechinorhynchus curemai (Acanthocephala: Neoechinorhynchidae) in Prochilodus nigricans (Characiformes: Prochilodontidae), in southwestern Amazon

Prochilodus nigricansis extensively exploited in fishing and aquaculture activities in the Brazilian Amazon, it is the definitive host for Neoechinorhynchus curemaiNoronha, 1973. Thus, the present study aimed to evaluate the occurrence of N. curemaiin P. nigricansand the parasite-host relationship in three rivers (Juruá, Crôa and Môa) in the municipality of Cruzeiro do Sul, state of Acre, Brazil. Fish were caught, weighed, measured, and subjected to necropsy, and the gastrointestinal tract and viscera were analyzed. A totalof 178 specimens of N. curemaiwere found in 61 infected fish, with the (p= 58.62%). The prevalence, mean intensity, and mean abundance were higher in hosts from the Môa River, and lower from the Juruá River. Regarding the length-weight relationship, the b-value did not differ statistically from three (b=3) for fish species in the three locations, nor in parasitized and non-parasitized species. In addition, growth was considered isometric, and in the case of the relative condition factor, there was no difference in fish hosts between the three rivers. The correlation between parasite intensity, condition factor, length, and weight of P. nigricanswas not significant. Thus, this parasite infestation varied between the habitats. However, this did not influence the growth and development of the hosts.

Transcriptomic profiling against Globodera pallida in resistant and susceptible potato roots / Perfil del transcriptoma de raíz de papa resistente y susceptible a Globodera pallida

Abstract Globodera pallida is a white potato cyst nematode present in the Andes, which causes huge losses to Peruvian farmers. An RNA-seq analysis allowed the identification of candidate genes that could mediate resistance against this pathogen. Two varieties, "María Huanca" (Solanum andigena) clone resistant (CIP 279142.12) and "Chimbina Colorada" (Solanum chaucha) (CIP 701013) clone susceptible to G. pallida, were used to identify differentially expressed genes. Total RNA from roots was extracted 72 hours post inoculation with second stage juveniles. Sequencing was done using the Illumina Hiseq 2500 platform. Reads were screened for quality issues and then mapped to the reference potato genome (clone DM1-3516 R44 v4.03). Here, we report 27717 and 27750 genes expressed in the resistant and susceptible variety respectively. The comparative analysis of expression identified 100 candidate genes. 91 genes were associated with resistance to G. pallida with Fold Change ≥ 2 (p <0.05). The remaining 9 R genes had Fold Change ≤ 1. We show differences in the expression of an NBS-LRR protein similar to Gro1-8, genes linked to late blight and TMV virus resistance.

Resumen Globodera pallida es un nemátodo formador de quistes. En la papa (Solanum tuberosum) ocasiona daños atrofiando las raíces. En los Andes peruanos ocasiona grandes pérdidas económicas a los agricultores. A través del análisis por RNA-seq, se identificaron genes candidatos que podrían mediar la resistencia contra este nemátodo. Dos variedades de papa: "María Huanca" (S. andigena) clon resistente (CIP 279142.12) y "Chimbina Colorada" (S. chaucha) clon susceptible (CIP 701013) a G. pallida, fueron utilizados para identificar genes expresados diferencialmente. Las raíces fueron inoculadas con G. pallida en segundo estadío juvenil (J2). El ARN total fue extraído a 72 horas post inoculación. El secuenciamiento fue realizado en plataforma Illumina HiSeq 2500. Las lecturas de buena calidad fueron mapeadas al genoma de referencia de S. tuberosum (clon DM1-3516 R44 v4.03). Reportamos 27717 y 27750 genes expresados en la variedad resistente y susceptible, respectivamente. El análisis comparativo identificó 100 genes candidatos, de ellos 91 genes fueron asociados con la resistencia a G. pallida (Fold Change ≥ 2 , p <0.05) y los 9 restantes con genes R ( Fold Change ≤ 1). En este último grupo se observaron diferencias en la expresión de genes NBS-LRR similar a Gro 1-8, genes relacionados a late blight y resistencia al Virus TMV.

Distribution patterns of Procamallanus (Spirocamallanus) inopinatus (Nematoda: Camallanidae) and its interactions with freshwater fish in Brazil / Padrões de distribuição de Procamallanus (Spirocamallanus) inopinatus (Nematoda: Camallanidae) e suas interações com peixes de água doce do Brasil

Abstract This study used information about Procamallanus (Spirocamallanus) inopinatus Travassos, Artigas & Pereira, 1928 that had been published over a period of more than 90 years to investigate the infection and distribution patterns of this nematode in teleost freshwater fish in Brazil. This study was carried out using 181 samples from 82 fish species in 19 families within the five orders, with predominance of Characiformes species (71.6%). We organized a matrix-based parasite-host system in which the fish species were classified in different trophic levels and parasitic infection parameters according data available on host fish species with different life histories and geographic distributions across Brazilian hydrographic basins. Procamallanus (S.) inopinatus showed prevalence ranging from low to moderate, low abundance, low intensity, typically aggregated dispersion, and preferential infection of the hosts' gastrointestinal tract. There was difference in prevalence between detritivorous, omnivorous, carnivorous and piscivorous hosts, but no difference in intensity and abundance was found due to similarity in the communities of this endoparasite among the host fish species. The geographic distribution of this parasite encompasses the river of the Amazon, Paraná, São Francisco, North Atlantic, South Atlantic and Eastern basins. Lastly, suggestions regarding the life cycle of P. (S.) inopinatus, with its potential intermediate hosts, were discussed.

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo foi utilizar as informações sobre a Procamallanus (Spirocamallanus) inopinatus Travassos, Artigas & Pereira, 1928, publicadas ao longo de mais de 90 anos (1928 e 2019), para a busca de padrões de infecção e distribuição desse nematoide em peixes de teleósteos de água doce, no Brasil. Este estudo foi realizado usando-se 181 amostras de 82 espécies de peixes de 19 famílias, distribuídas em cinco ordens, com predominância de espécies de Characiformes (71.6%). Foi organizado um sistema parasito-hospedeiro em matrizes com espécies de peixes de acordo com cinco níveis tróficos. Foram usados parâmetros de infecção parasitária (prevalência, intensidade e abundância), conforme os dados disponíveis para peixes hospedeiros com diferentes histórias de vida e distribuição geográfica em diferentes bacias do Brasil. Procamallanus (S.) inopinatus mostrou prevalência variando de baixa a moderada, baixa abundância, baixa intensidade, dispersão tipicamente agregada e infecção preferencial pelo trato gastrointestinal dos hospedeiros. Houve diferença na prevalência entre hospedeiros detritívoro, onívoro, carnívoro e piscívoro, mas não foram encontradas diferenças na intensidade e abundância de P. (S.) inopinatus, devido a uma similaridade na comunidade desse endoparasito entre os hospedeiros. Esse parasito tem distribuição geográfica nos sistemas das bacias do Rio Amazonas, Rio Paraná, Rio São Francisco, Atlântico Norte, Atlântico Sul e Leste, e esses achados foram discutidos. Por fim, o ciclo de vida de P. (S.) inopinatus, com potenciais hospedeiros intermediários, foi finalmente sugerido e discutido.

Parasitism of the nasal mite Sternostoma tracheacolum Lawrence, 1948 (Mesostigmata: Rhinonyssidae) in captive birds in Brazil / Parasitismo do ácaro nasal Sternostoma tracheacolum Lawrence, 1948 (Mesostigmata: Rhinonyssidae) em aves de cativeiro no Brasil

Abstract Nasal mites (Mesostigmata: Rhinonyssidae) are obligatory endoparasites of birds, and the resulting parasitism can be harmful to the host's respiratory system. The nasal mite Sternostoma tracheacolum Lawrence has caused significant respiratory issues, including serious injuries that possibly cause death of the host. In this study, we report two cases of captive birds parasitized by S. tracheacolum. The first case is a histopathological description of S. tracheacolum parasitizing the Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae) in the southeast region of Brazil, that showed partially or totally absence of the characteristic respiratory epithelium in trachea lumen. The other describes, for the first time, the parasitism of this species in a canary (Serinus canaria) in the northeast region of the country.

Resumo Os ácaros nasais (Mesostigmata: Rhinonyssidae) são endoparasitos obrigatórios das aves, e este parasitismo pode ser prejudicial ao sistema respiratório de seu hospedeiro. A espécie de ácaro nasal Sternostoma tracheacolum Lawrence tem causado importantes problemas respiratórios, incluindo lesões graves que possivelmente causam a morte do hospedeiro. Neste estudo, relatamos dois casos de aves em cativeiro parasitadas por S. tracheacolum. O primeiro caso é uma descrição histopatológica de S. tracheacolum parasitando um Diamante-de-gould (Chloebia gouldiae) na região sudeste do Brasil, mostrando parcial ou total ausência do epitélio respiratório característico do lúmen da traqueia. O outro descreve, pela primeira vez, o parasitismo desta espécie em um canário (Serinus canaria) na região nordeste do país.

Quadrigyrus torquatus cystacants Van Cleave, 1920 (Acanthocephala: Quadrigyridae) parasitizing species of Astyanax (Characiformes: Characidae) from southern Brazil / Cistacantos de Quadrigyrus torquatus Van Cleave, 1920 (Acanthocephala: Quadrigyridae) parasitando espécies de Astyanax (Characiformes: Characidae) no sul do Brasil

Abstract: The acanthocephalan species Quadrigyrus torquatus Van Cleave, 1920 has been found in different hosts from South America, but recent papers have not focused on its morphology traits. Different species of Astyanax Baird & Girard, 1854 were collected with seine nets between January 2017 and October 2017 in Pintada Island, Lake Guaíba, Porto Alegre city (30º17'11''S and 51º18'01"W), Rio Grande do Sul State, Brazil. Acanthocephalans found in cysts were processed according to the techniques for the group. Specimens of Q. torquatus were identified based mainly in the morphology of proboscis hooks and trunk spines, and by the measurements made using light microscopy. Supplemental observations on the morphology of Q. torquatus were made for the first time considering the morphology and amount of hooks and spines. The amplitude of intensity of infections was 1 (A. aff. fasciatus) and 1‒3 (A. lacustris) helminths. This difference could be related to the number of hosts examined, the feeding habit of the hosts or related to aspects in the parasite life cycle. This paper is the first report of Q. torquatus in A. aff. fasciatus and A. lacustris from Lake Guaíba, extending the distribution to the southernmost state of Brazil, thus contributing to the knowledge of acanthocephalans in freshwater fishes from South America.

Resumo: A espécie de acantocéfalo Quadrigyrus torquatus Van Cleave, 1920, tem sido encontrada em diferentes hospedeiros na América do Sul, contudo os estudos recentes não focam no estudo dos caracteres morfológicos. Diferentes espécies de Astyanax Baird & Girard, 1854 foram coletadas com redes do tipo picaré entre janeiro e outubro de 2017, na Ilha da Pintada, Lago Guaíba, Cidade de Porto Alegre (30º17'11''S e 51º18'01"W), Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. Os acantocéfalos encontrados encistados foram processados de acordo com as técnicas para o grupo. Os espécimes de Q. torquatus foram identificados principalmente pela morfologia dos ganchos da probóscide, espinhos do tronco e, pelas medidas realizadas através de microscopia de luz. Observações suplementares na morfologia de Q. torquatus foram realizadas pela primeira vez, considerando a morfologia e o número de ganchos e espinhos. A amplitude das infecções foi 1 (A. aff. fasciatus) e 1‒3 (A. lacustris) helmintos. Esta diferença pode estar associada com o número de hospedeiros examinados, com os hábitos alimentares dos hospedeiros, ou relacionada com aspectos no ciclo de vida do parasito. Este estudo é o primeiro registro de Q. torquatus em A. aff. fasciatus e A. lacustris do Lago Guaíba, estendendo a distribuição do parasito para o sul do Brasil, contribuindo com o conhecimento dos acantocéfalos parasitos de peixes de água doce na América do Sul.

Dero (Allodero) lutzi Michaelsen, 1926 (Oligochaeta: Naididae) associated with Scinax fuscovarius (Lutz, 1925) (Anura: Hylidae) from Semi-deciduous Atlantic Rain Forest, southern Brazil / Dero (Allodero) lutzi Michaelsen, 1926 (Oligochaeta: Naididae) associado com Scinax fuscovarius (Lutz, 1925) (Anura: Hylidae) na Floresta Estacional Semidecidual, Sul do Brasil

Amphibians are hosts for a wide variety of ecto- and endoparasites, such as protozoans and parasitic worms. Naididae is a family of Oligochaeta whose species live on a wide range of substrates, including mollusks, aquatic macrophytes, sponges, mosses, liverworts, and filamentous algae. However, some species are known as endoparasitic from vertebrates, such as Dero (Allodero) lutzi, which is parasitic of the urinary tracts of frogs, but also have a free-living stage. Specimens in the parasitic stage lack dorsal setae, branchial fossa, and gills. Here we report the occurrence of D. (A.) lutzi associated with anuran Scinax fuscovarius from Semi-deciduous Atlantic Rain Forest in southern Brazil. The study took place at the Caiuá Ecological Station, Diamante do Norte, Paraná, southern Brazil. Seven specimens of S. fuscovarius were examined for parasites but only one was infected. Parasites occurred in ureters and urinary bladder. Previous records of this D. (A.) lutzi include the Brazilian States of Santa Catarina, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Minas Gerais, as well as Cuba and North America. This is a new locality record for this species in Brazil. Reports of Dero (Allodero) lutzi are rare, due to difficulty of observation, and such events are restricted only the fortuitous cases. It is important to emphasize the necessity of future studies, which are fundamental to the understanding of biological and ecological aspects of this species.

Anfíbios são hospedeiros para uma grande variedade de ecto- e endoparasitos, tais como os protozoários e vermes parasitos. Naididae é uma família de Oligochaeta cujas espécies vivem em uma ampla variedade de substratos, incluindo moluscos, macrófitas aquáticas, esponjas, musgos, e algas hepáticas e filamentosas. No entanto, algumas espécies são conhecidas como endoparasitos de vertebrados, como Dero (Allodero) lutzi, o qual é um parasito do trato urinário de anfíbios, mas que também possui uma fase de vida livre. Espécimes no estágio parasitário não possuem cerdas dorsais, fossa branquial, e brânquias. Relatamos a ocorrência de D. (A.) lutzi associado ao anuro Scinax fuscovarius na Floresta Estacional Semidecidual no Sul do Brasil. O estudo foi realizado na Estação Ecológica do Caiuá, Diamante do Norte, Paraná, Sul do Brasil. Sete espécimes de S. fuscovarius foram examinados para parasitos, mas apenas um estava infectado. Os parasitos ocorreram nos ureteres e bexiga urinária. Registros anteriores de D. (A.) lutzi incluem os estados brasileiros de Santa Catarina, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro e Minas Gerais, bem como Cuba e América do Norte. Este é o registro de uma nova localidade para esta espécie no Brasil. Registros de Dero (Allodero) lutzi são raros, devido à dificuldade de observação, e tais eventos são restritos apenas a casos fortuitos. É importante ressaltar a necessidade de futuros estudos, que são fundamentais para a compreensão de aspectos biológicos e ecológicos desta espécie.

Infection Status of Endoparasites in Foreigner Workers Living in Cheonan City, Chungnam Province, Korea

At present, more than 500,000 foreigner workers, most of them from Asian countries with high parasitic infection rates, are working in Korea. Since investigation into the prevalence of parasitic infections in foreigner workers has not yet been conducted in Korea, the present study was performed to determine the parasitic infection status of foreigner workers living in Cheonan City, Chungcheongnam-do (Chungnam Province) and to plan, on that basis, effective control measures. From October to December 2013, the parasitic infection status of 231 foreigner workers employed at selected Cheonan-si small businesses was investigated by both stool examination and ELISA. A total of 60 individuals (26.0%) were found to be infected with parasites. The stool examination detected 14 positive cases (6.1%), and ELISA revealed 50 positive people (21.6%), for at least a kind of parasitic disease. The most common infection was cysticercosis (8.7%), followed by toxocariasis (7.8%) and clonorchiasis (7.4%). Since it was proved that parasitic infections were prevalent among foreigner workers living in Cheonan City, more comprehensive study is urgently needed in order to understand the nationwide status of parasitic infections in foreigner workers.

Análisis retrospectivo de las enfermedades parasitarias del mono ardilla (Saimiri sciureus) en dos condiciones ex situ en el noroccidente de los Andes suramericanos / Retrospective analysis of the squirrel monkey’s (saimiri sciureus) parasitic diseases in two ex situ conditions in the northwestern Andes in South America / Análise retrospectiva das doenças parasitárias do macaco-de-cheiro (Saimiri sciureus) em duas condições ex situ no noroeste dos Andes sul-americanos

El mono ardilla (Cebidae: Saimiri sciureus) es una especie de primate neotropical. La mayor susceptibilidad a la presencia de parásitos en estos primates se puede deber a las condiciones ex situ a las que se encuentran sometidos, en donde se exponen a diferentes factores ambientales y de manejo. A partir de las historias clínicas de una población de 94 Saimiri sciureusdel Parque Zoológico Jaime Duque (PZJD) y de la Unidad de Rescate y Rehabilitación de Animales Silvestres (Urras), instituciones ubicadas al noroccidente de los Andes suramericanos, se determinó la presencia de los parásitos diagnosticados en estas dos condiciones (exhibición y rehabilitación, respectivamente), estableciendo la posible asociación con la edad, el sexo, la sintomatología y los medicamentos. Se utilizaron histogramas y prueba de chi cuadrado para definir las diferencias de parásitos en estos dos lugares y poder determinar la mayor frecuencia presente en Saimiri sciureus. Por otro lado, el limitado conocimiento y los estudios parasitológicos de estos primates delimitan la gestión pública y dificultan el establecimiento de posibles zoonosis.

The squirrel monkey (Cebidae: Saimiri sciureus) is a species of Neotropical primate. The increased susceptibility to the presence of parasites in these primates may be due to the ex situ conditions to which they are subjected, and where they are exposed to different environmental and managerial factors. The presence of the parasites diagnosed in these two conditions (exhibition and rehabilitation, respectively) was determined based on the medical records of a population of 94 Saimiri sciureus from the Jaime Duque Zoo (PZJD) and the Wild Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Unit (Urras), both institutions located at the northwestern part of the Andes in South America, thus establishing the possible association with age, gender, symptomatology and medicine. Histograms and chi-squared tests were used to define the parasite differences in these two places and to determine the most frequent ones in Saimiri sciureus. On the other hand, the limited knowledge and parasitological studies of these primates delimitate public management and hinder the establishment of possible zoonoses.

O macaco-de-cheiro (Cebidae: Saimiri sciureus) é uma espécie de primata neotropical. A maior suscetibilidade à presença de parasitas nestes primatas pode-se dever as condições ex situ às que se encontram submetidos, onde são expostos a diferentes fatores ambientais e de manejo. A partir das histórias clínicas de uma população de 94 Saimiri sciureus do Parque Zoológico Jaime Duque (PZJD) e da Unidade de Resgate e Reabilitação de Animais Silvestres (Urras), instituições localizadas ao noroeste dos Andes sul-americanos, determinou-se a presença dos parasitas diagnosticados nestas duas condições (exibição e reabilitação, respectivamente), estabelecendo a possível associação com a idade, o sexo, a sintomatologia e os medicamentos. Foram utilizados histogramas e prova de qui-quadrado para definir as diferenças de parasitas nestes dois lugares, e poder determinar a maior frequência presente em Saimiri sciureus. Por outro lado, o limitado conhecimento e os estudos parasitológicos destes primatas delimitam a gestão pública e dificultam o estabelecimento de possíveis zoonoses.

Parásitos del tapir centroamericano Tapirus bairdii (Perissodactyla: Tapiridae) en Chiapas, México / Parasites of the Central American tapir Tapirus bairdii (Perissodactyla: Tapiridae) in Chiapas, Mexico

We analyzed 19 samples of Baird's tapir feces from La Sepultura Biosphere Reserve, collected between March and July 1999. We also took samples directly from a male tapir captured at the Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve. Both reserves are in Chiapas, Mexico. We used five techniques: flotation, MacMaster, micrometric, Ritchie's sedimentation and Ferreira's quantitative. In addition, we collected ectoparasites from animals captured in both reserves and from a captive couple from Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas. These nematodes and protozoans were found: Agriostomun sp., Lacandoria sp., Neomurshidia sp., Trichostrongylus sp., Strongylus sp., Brachylumus sp, and an unidentified species of ancilostomaide. We also found Eimeria sp. and Balantidium coli, as well as the mites Dermacentor halli, Dermacentor latus, Amblyomma cajannense, Amblyomma coelebs, Amblyomma ovale, Anocentor nitens and Ixodes bicornis.

Se recolectaron 19 muestras de excretas del tapir centroamericano (Tapirus bairdii) en la Reserva “La Sepultura” (marzo a julio de 1999), así como un muestreo directo a un tapir macho de la Reserva “Montes Azules” (Chiapas, México). Se analizaron con cinco técnicas (flotación, MacMaster, micrometría, sedimentación de Ritchie y cuantitativa de Ferreira). Además se recolectaron muestras en piel de animales capturados en en las dos reservas y en una pareja de zoológico proveniente de Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas. Se hallaron nematodos y protozoarios: Agriostomun sp., Lacandoria sp., Neomurshidia sp., Trichostrongylus sp., Strongylus sp., Brachylumus sp., y un ancilostomaideo aun por identificar. Además se informa la presencia de Eimeria sp., y Balantidium coli. Los ácaros hallados fueron; Dermacentor halli, Dermacentor latus, Amblyomma cajannense, Amblyomma coelebs, Amblyomma ovale, Anocentor nitens e Ixodes bicornis.