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Aberrant infestation of goat mandibles with Oestrus ovis larvae

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Nasal oestrosis is primarily an infestation of sheep. However, a non descript goat, aged three years was presented in lateral recumbency with clinical history of sneezing fits, laboured breathing, eroded mandibular lesions and bilaterally housing nasal bots therein. The first ever occurrence of nasal bots in an aberrant location (mandibles) in a goat, its therapeutic management and public health significance have been documented and discussed.

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The authors express their deep sense of gratitude and sincere thanks to the Dean, Apollo College of Veterinary Medicine, Jaipur for facilities provided.

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  1. Department of Veterinary Parasitology, Apollo College of Veterinary Medicine, Agra Road, Jamdoli, Jaipur, 302003, India

    R. Godara & R. L. Sharma

  2. Teaching Veterinary Clinical Service Complex, Apollo College of Veterinary Medicine, Agra Road, Jamdoli, Jaipur, 302003, India

    C. S. Sharma

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Godara, R., Sharma, R.L. & Sharma, C.S. Aberrant infestation of goat mandibles with Oestrus ovis larvae. Trop Anim Health Prod 42, 137–139 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11250-009-9397-5

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