Abstract:
Avian haemosporidian, Haemoproteus
sp., which was a common avian blood parasite, was examined in 30 Hill
Mynahs Gracula religiosa intermedia. Asexual reproduction found
in avian host consisted of schizogony in the tissues and gametocytes
which were the only stage found in the red blood cells of birds. The
mature gametocyte encircled the erythrocyte nucleus to form a halter-shaped
appearance. Results showed that there were only three infected birds.
Both macrogametocytes and microgametocytes were recognized. However,
further studies on taxonomy of both parasite and vector, together with
the relationships among host, vector and parasite are necessary. The
finding from this study is hoped to urge a serious investigation of
haemosporidian parasites in tropical birds.
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