Frequency Distribution of Fasciolosis in Small Ruminants Population at District Sargodha

2 Abstract: The present investigation described some epidemiological aspects of fasciolosis in small ruminant population of district Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. Coprological examination of randomly selected sheep (n=2172) and goats (n=2268) was performed in six tehsils of district Sargodha during October, 2011 to September, 2012. The prevalence of disease was significantly higher in female and younger goats as compared to male and adult sheep, respectively. Significant impact of season on the occurrence of disease was noted, being highest during November and lowest in April in sheep while, it was highest in July and lowest in January in goats. The magnitude of disease was significantly higher in grazers followed in order by ground and trough feeders. Prevalence of disease was higher in population provided with river water followed by pond water and tap water. This study will be helpful for the control of disease in small ruminant population of study area.