Behavioral alterations in Cattle and Buffaloes due to tick infestation in Nanded (MS)

Abstract

Understanding the health problems that animals experience because of tick bites is made easier by this study. Cattle and buffaloes' behavioural patterns can be easily understood thanks to this study. The current study is useful because behavioural changes may serve as a warning sign for an early infestation. In 2024, the basic survey approach is used to gather data for this investigation. According to this study, the overall prevalence for cattle in 2024 is 23.42%, whereas the prevalence for buffaloes is 33.89%. This paper details on the symptoms of the infestation, which include anxiety and restlessness. The safety precautions that must be taken to protect farm animals and people. This study shows the comparative observations of uncommon behaviour in cattle and buffaloes. The summarised conclusion of this research is that the infection in buffaloes is severe than cattle, hence buffaloes need more attention during infestation period.