Putative clinical piroplasmosis in a Burchell's zebra (Equus quagga burchelli).
J S Afr Vet Assoc 2010;
80:257-60. [PMID:
20458869 DOI:
10.4102/jsava.v80i4.223]
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Abstract
A 10-year-old tame zebra gelding was presented after suffering from lethargy, nervousness, reported anaemia and icterus as well as a decreased appetite. These symptoms were seen over some months, with changing severity. The animal was immobilised, treated, and blood specimens were submitted for haematology and biochemistry. This report describes molecular characterisation of Theileria equi recovered from this animal, as well as the clinical findings, treatment and historical relevance of piroplasmosis in zebra in southern Africa.
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