For efficient conservation of apex predators of any region in remaining fragmented forest and wildlife areas of that region it is important to better understand their dietary habits and patterns in relation to seasons, variety of animals, and region (urban, village). Semi-arid la...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1256
Aims: The Balkan spined loach (Sabanejewia balcanica) is an endemic fish of the Balkan Peninsula, whose habitats have been significantly disturbed by anthropogenic impact. For this reason, it is necessary to study this species from different aspects. Study Design: The general con...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1255
Larinus latus is one of the most important phytophagous insects associated with Silybum marianum weed (milk thistle). A comprehensive field survey was conducted over two consecutive winter growing seasons (2023/2024 and 2024/2025) starting in January for both seasons in El-Beheir...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1254
Cypermethrin and methyl parathion are both insecticides, though they belong to different chemical classes and have distinct characteristics and effects. Apart from these, their frequent use in agricultural and health sectors throughout West Bengal, these insecticides showed signi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1251
The production of ornamental fish has increased in recent years. The zebrafish (Danio rerio) is a popular model organism used in scientific research across various fields. Hypoxia, or a reduction in the level of dissolved oxygen in water, is a critical condition that directly aff...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1252
Helminth infections remain a major constraint to goat productivity, particularly in regions where small ruminant farming plays a significant livelihood role. This study investigated the prevalence and morphological diversity of helminth eggs in goat faecal samples to provide base...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1253
In this study, body size, leg segment morphology, eye arrangement, genital structure, and web architecture were examined to provide an integrated description of functional adaptations in the golden orb-weaver Nephila pilipes. Females possess a large, elongated abdomen (30.14 ± 0....
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1250
The study is aimed to explore the patterns, causes, and consequences of human-animal conflict (HAC) from the southern districts of Tamil Nadu, Tirunelveli (6,191 Sq. Km), Tenkasi (532.48 Sq. Km), Thoothukudi (4,707 Sq. Km), and Kanyakumari (1684 Sq. Km) between March 2024 and Feb...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1249
This research examines how varying concentrations of four mineral oils—Servo, Orchol, Agrospel, and Arbofine—affect the reproductive traits and developmental timing of the green peach aphid, Myzus persicae. Adult parthenogenetic aphids were exposed to leaves treated with these oi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1248
Fogang Mathieu Duclos, Djoumessi Tobou France Gina, Noumbissi Marie Noël Bertine, Amidou Kpoumie Nsangou, Babit Gilbert Fontcham, Mouchili Mama, Tsafack Fondjeu Ulrich Darling, Tatang Martin vidail, Miégoué Emilé, Tendonkeng Fernand & Pamo Tedonkeng Etienne·Asian Journal of Research in Zoology·2026
Background: In Africa, poverty and malnutrition are prevalent, particularly in rural areas, where limited access to resources hinders intensive animal protein production, making mini-farming and caviaculture crucial for food security. Guinea pigs, with their high growth rate and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1244
The concept of codon usage bias (CUB) occurs when certain codons are utilized more repeatedly than the other synonymous codons for an amino acid. The investigation of CUB aids in the understanding of optimal codons, gene expression, protein production and trends of evolution. Tua...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1245
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound that is utilized in the manufacturing of epoxy resins and polycarbonate plastics including food cans, baby bottles, dental sealants, toys, water pipes, & thermal papers. Its widespread application resulted in its elevated exposure to a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1246
This study investigates the physicochemical characteristics and heavy metal contamination of the Maniyari River in the Takhatpur region of Chhattisgarh, with the objective of assessing the extent of anthropogenic influence and ecological risk. Water samples were collected from th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1247
Colour aberrations are well documented in many wild birds, but less synthesized for waterfowl. Leucism (partial or total) is a hereditary condition that alters the generation of pigments (eumelanin and/or phae-omelanin) in feathers due to a lack of pigment-producing cells in the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1242
Ohaturuonye Sampson O., Ekwere Ifiok O., Ekesiobi Sandra U., Robinson Bright E., Okpoji Awajiiroijana U., Osuagwu Eze L. & Okpanachi Clifford B.·Asian Journal of Research in Zoology·2026
Heavy metal contamination of aquatic environments poses significant ecological and public health concerns in the Niger Delta, where fish constitute a major source of animal protein. This study assessed and compared the concentrations of ten heavy metals in farmed catfish from fiv...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i1243