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Spatio-Temporal Patterns of Leopard (Panthera pardus) Attacks on Livestock in Buffer Zone of Bardia National Park, Nepal

Bibash Chaudhary, Rabin Kadariya, Sagar Raj Kadel, Anishka Sah & Umesh Paudel · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Human-wildlife conflicts, particularly predation on livestock by large carnivores, possess significant challenges to conservation. This research aims to examine the spatial-temporal variation of leopard attacks on livestock in the buffer zone of Bardia National Park from 2016-202...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1186

Parasitism of Beet Armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) Larvae by Cotesia ruficrus (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) in Egyptian Clover Fields

Elsayed, A. Refaei, Yasmin, A. Fergani, Alaa, M. Khorchid & Neven, M. Faiz · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Clover, Trifolium alexandrinum L. is the key fodder winter crop, for feeding livestock in Egypt, particularly with a sharp decline in meat and dairy production. One of the important insect pests attacking clover is the beet armyworm, Spodoptera exigua Hübner (Lepidoptera:Noctuida...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1184

Variation of Protein Content and Mellisopalynogical Status in the Raw and Branded Honey Samples in Chalisgaon Region, North Maharashtra, India

Pranjal Bhausaheb Kumavat & Arun Baburao Sawarkar · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

The aim of this study was to compare the protein content and melisopalynological characteristics of raw and branded honey from the Chalisgaon region in Jalgaon district, North Maharashtra, India. Twelve honey samples were analyzed, consisting of seven raw and five branded honey s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1182

Growth Performance of Clarias gariepinus Fed with Cooked and Uncooked Moringa oleifera Seed Diets

Akwuaka, P.C., Nsofor, C.I., Ononye, B.U., Umeaniebue, A.C., Azaka, I.E., Okpani, S.I. & Olisa, C.S. · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

This research was carried out to evaluate the effects of complete and partial replacements of fishmeal with M. oleifera seed meal (MSM) on the growth performance of Clarias gariepinus fingerlings. One hundred and forty (140) C. gariepinus fingerlings were used for this study. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1181

Navigating Human-wildlife Conflict: Key Species, Impacts, Mitigation and Challenges in Himachal Pradesh, India

Shubham Bharti, Gulshan Kumar & Gaurav Kapoor · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in Himachal Pradesh is a critical issue arising from the intersection of human activities and wildlife habitats. Rapid deforestation, agricultural expansion, urbanization, and infrastructure development have all reduced natural habitats, pushing wild...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1180

Population Dynamics of Tetranychus urticae Koch. and Associated Predators in Relation to Certain Ecological Factors in Sweet Potato Fields

Gawad, A.A., Hamdy, M. M., Abd-Elsalam A. Farag, Noura, F.Abou-elenien, Heba A. Elshanat & ELsayed A. Refaei · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

The two spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae is a highly polyphagous sap sucking pest, without a hibernation period, efficacy all the year round. He is destructive pest of important and fields and vegetable crops. This investigation was carried out at Beheira Governorate duri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1179

Nutritive Effects of Calcium Carbonate (caco3) on Selected Commercial Traits of Mulberry Silkworm (Bombyx mori L.)

Md. Naymur Rahman, Tabassum Firdaus Nuziefa, Md Fazlul Haque, Moni Krishno Mohanta & Md Ariful Hasan · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Silkworm (Bombyx mori) is the primary producer of silk. It has also been noted that minerals affect the quality of the silkworm. Calcium, a mineral with vital metabolic functions, might be involved in betterment of silkworms resulting in high quality silk production. Hence, this...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1178

Aquatic Temperature and Its Ecological Systems: A Review of Knowledge and Approaches for Studying Aqua-biota Responses

Akpan, I. I., Enin, U. I., Udo, I. I, George, U. U. & Abiaobo, N. O · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Available studies directing to aquatic temperature in Niger Delta aquatic ecological systems was carefully studied and developed as a review that takes on the tempo-spatial variation in that systems, the essence of being knowledgeable in facts relating to aquatic temperature of e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i1177

Evaluation of Water Quality of Ogbujilekwe Stream in Njikoka L.G.A of Anambra State

Ezenwata Ifeoma Sussan, Anyanele Wisdom Chibuzo, Eze Chinwe Catherine, Egbe Patricia Amaka, Ezeani Amalachukwu Chinwe, Ezeabara Chinelo Anthonia & Anyanele Ijeoma Sylvalyn · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

Water pollution is the contamination of waters by bodies by nutrient. These nutrient may be organic or inorganic nutrient Dissolved organic nutrient may serve as a source of living for organisms living in water, and also show detrimental effect on aquatic ecosystem since it, favo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4175

Mortality and Repellency Effect of Some Essential Oils against Tribolium castaneum (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae)

Rabeya Sharmin, Sakura Haque, Mst. Jannatul Ferdaus Rumpa & Saiful Islam Faruki · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

The red flour beetle (Tribolium castaneum) is a major pest of stored grains, causing significant economic losses. In recent years, essential oils have gained attention as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic pesticides. This study evaluated the insecticidal and repellent proper...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4176

Seasonal Diversity and Abundance of Phytoplankton Influenced by Physicochemical Parameters in the Lower River Benue, Nigeria

Aliyu Bature Adamu, Ali Ja’afaru, Kotos Abdulrahaman Abubakar & Donald Torsabo · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

This study investigates the seasonal diversity and abundance of phytoplankton in the Lower River Benue, influenced by various physicochemical parameters. The research was conducted over an 18-month period, from January 2020 to June 2021, across three sampling sites: Lau, Mayo-Ran...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4174

Effects of Ancylostoma ceylanicum Infection on Lactate Dehydrogenase Activity in Tissues of Mesocricetus auratus

Rajani, P.S. · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

Aim: The present research aims to study the effects of Ancylostoma ceylanicum infection on lactate dehydrogenase activity in the tissues of Mesocricetus auratus. Methodology: In the current investigation, Ancylostoma ceylanicum, a hookworm was infected in the host, a hamster Meso...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4173

Genetic Characterisation and Molecular Phylogeny of Mosquito Aedes vittatus Based on COI Gene from Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, Odisha, India

Subrat Kumar Panigrahi, Smruti Ranjan Parida, Jitendra Das, Rajkumar Behera & Nihar Ranjan Nayak · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

Introduction: Aedes vittatus is common throughout India and breeds in a variety of locations, including tree holes, cement tanks, rock pools, abandoned containers close to residential areas, and marsh pools. The invasive mosquito species Aedes vittatus has expanded its range acro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4172

Investigation on the Effect of Sacoglottis gabonensis on Blood Glucose, Body Weight and Behavioural Changes of Mice Exposed to Non-nutritive Sweeteners during Gestation Period

Aruchi, Wekhe-Emenike, Adetutu Olubunmi Obulor, Jane Ominini West & Regina Chike Orlu · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2024

Aim: Aim of this research was to investigate the role of Sacoglotts gabonensis on blood sugar, body weight and behavioural changes of mice exposed to artificial sweeteners. Study Design: A total of 16 female mice (mean weight 18.6±2.32g) divided into four groups were used in this...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2024/v7i4170