Helminthosis(Gastrointestinal Parasites)

Description: Internal worm infections (e.g., Haemonchus contortus, Strongyloides, Trichostrongylus).

Symptoms: Severe anemia (pale mucous membranes), bottle jaw (edema under the jaw), weight loss, diarrhea, dull coat, and sometimes sudden death due to high Haemonchus burdens.

Seasonality: Highest during the rainy season (May-October) when environmental conditions are wet, favoring the development of parasite larvae on pastures. Peak burdens are often observed in the late rainy season (August-September).

The African Mahogamy, also know as the Dry Zone Mahogany is a large, semi-deciduous tree (15–30 m) with thick grey bark and a dark, reddish-pink wood. It is commonly found near watercourses in the Savannah zone. It flowers towards the end of the dry season (March–May), with fruit maturing during the rainy season.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Leaves and bark

Method of Preparation: 

The leave and bark are dried, grinded and mix with animal feed

A small shrub with woody stems and bitter leaves, common in disturbed, cultivated areas across the savanna.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Leaves

Method of Preparation: 

Boil leave and give the water to animal to drink

The most crucial cereal crop in the Sudan savanna, requiring moderate rainfall. Planted in the rainy season and harvested early in the dry season.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Seeds

Method of Preparation: 

The seeds are grinded and mix with feed

A widely cultivated tree with a large canopy and sweet fruits. Flowers in the dry season and fruits during the early rains.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Bark and Leaves

Method of Preparation: 

Soak in water for 24hours and drench to animals

A small, fast-growing tree known for its edible leaves and pods. It is highly drought-resistant and found in arid areas, blooming sporadically.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Leaves and Flowers

Method of Preparation: 

Soak in water and drench to the animal

A major horticultural crop in Northern Nigeria, grown in shallow, alluvial soils and irrigated during the dry season.

Parts Used for Treating Helminthosis:  Bulb and leaves

Method of Preparation: 

The leaves and the stem are grinded together, mix with water and given to the animal to drink.