Molecular Detection and Genetic Characterization of Zoonotic Pathogens in Domestic and Free-Living Pigeons in Aqaba, Jordan

Authors

  • Montasir Al-Mansi Author
  • Belal m Ajlouni Author
  • Wafaa al-Mansi Author
  • Elham AlQadi Author
  • Adel AlZidaneen Author
  • Mohammed Humaidan Author
  • Sadeel Alrefae Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64252/qax53v55

Keywords:

Pigeons; Zoonoses; PCR; Chlamydia psittaci; Salmonella; Campylobacter; H9N2.

Abstract

Background: Pigeons (Columba livia domestica) frequently harbor zoonotic pathogens of public health concern.
Objectives: To estimate prevalence and compare infection rates of four pathogens (Chlamydia psittaci, Salmonella spp., Campylobacter jejuni, Avian Influenza H9N2) between domestic and free-living pigeons using PCR.
Methods: We screened 500 pigeons (250 domestic, 250 free-living) by PCR. Statistical comparisons used Pearson’s Chi-square (df=1).

Results: Overall positives were 22% for C. psittaci (110/500), 18% for Salmonella spp. (90/500), 15% for C. jejuni (75/500), and 10% for H9N2 (50/500). Free-living pigeons showed significantly higher rates for all pathogens (p<0.05).

Conclusions: Pigeons in Aqaba carry multiple zoonotic pathogens; targeted surveillance and control are recommended.

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Published

2025-12-31

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 25s (2025)

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How to Cite

Molecular Detection and Genetic Characterization of Zoonotic Pathogens in Domestic and Free-Living Pigeons in Aqaba, Jordan. (2025). International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 1363-1366. https://doi.org/10.64252/qax53v55