The first identification of rotavirus infection in wild boars in Iraqi marshes using molecular technique
Author(s): Ibrahim AH Al-Zubaidy
Abstract: This study on molecular rotavirus in wild boars in Iraq represents a pioneering effort. The virus is recognized as a significant pathogen due to its link to gastroenteritis characterized by severe diarrhea across various animals and human resulting in a notably high documented morbidity and mortality rates. Twenty -four samples from ileal areas of wild boars living in marshes were taken in the period between December 2020 to April 2021.The results showed 6 positive (16.6%).The highest positive samples appeared in January 2021 and was 4 (8.3%).There was 1 sample positive in each February and in March. There was no infection in December. We used electrophoresis and RT-PCR together to get all the samples documented.
Ibrahim AH Al-Zubaidy. The first identification of rotavirus infection in wild boars in Iraqi marshes using molecular technique. Int J Vet Sci Anim Husbandry 2025;10(10):89-91. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/veterinary.2025.v10.i10b.2610
