Coccidian Parasites of Wild Turkeys, Meleagris gallopavo silvestris, in Illinois

Author

• D. Michael Watkins, Eastern Illinois University

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Semester of Degree Completion

1979

Thesis Director

Bill T. Ridgeway

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Abstract

Fecal samples from 124 wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris), collected in three southern Illinois counties, were examined for coccidia. Three and two tenths percent (4) of the birds sampled were infected with Eimeria of apparently four different species. These species were tentatively designated as: E. meleagridis, E. adendeides, E. meleagrimitis and E. subrotunda.

Recommended Citation

Watkins, D. Michael, "Coccidian Parasites of Wild Turkeys, Meleagris gallopavo silvestris, in Illinois" (1979). Masters Theses. 3159.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/3159