Issue · 2026
Vol.58, Iss. 3
54 articles · pp. 1001-1500 · All issues →
Short CommunicationLength–Weight Relationships of Eleven Deep-Sea Fishes (Order: Stomiiformes) from the South China Sea
Han Tian, Yane Jiang, Jun Zhang, Jing Qian, Zuozhi Chen, Shannan Xu et al.
Length–weight relationships (LWRs) were estimated for 11 mesopelagic fish species representing Stomiiformes in the South China Sea: Astronesthes cyaneus, Astronesthes indicus, Astronesthes splendidus, Borostomias pacificus, Chauliodus sloani, Diplophos t…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230209060255
Research ArticleQuantifying the Effects of Poaching on Four Partridge Species in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan
Abdoul Baset Hassan-Aboushiba, Muhammad Nawaz Rajpar
Poaching involves killing or trapping partridges for pets, bushmeat, or enjoyment. A large number of partridges are poached each year across the globe. Field surveys and pre-structured questionnaire surveys were performed from March 2022 to December 2023 to qu…
1 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250210054845
Research ArticleBDMs and Stock Appraisal of Istiophorus platypterus: Nexus between MSY, Fisheries Management, and Export Dynamics
Ana Mehak, Muhammad Mohsin
Blind commercial fisheries can not only decrease fish populations but also completely wipe out fish stocks, negatively impacting export quantities. Thus, stock assessment is imperative for safe fishing operation, particular for commercial fisheries. This study…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241031070021
Research ArticleAnthelmintic Efficacy of Eucalyptus globulus Seeds Extract Against Various Life Cycle Stages of Haemonchus contortus in Sheep and Goats
Muhammad Iqbal, Muhammad Oneeb, Muhammad Lateef, Jawaria Ali Khan, Khadija Tariq, Robeela Shabbir
Small ruminants play vital role in the lives of rural and urban populations, providing essential necessities like income, hides, wool and hair, while also ensuring food security through meat and milk. However, gastrointestinal nematodes, particularly Haemonchu…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241028053627
Research ArticleSummer Breeding of Microtus fortis in the Dongting Lake Area
Peng Xiaoming, Zhang Meiwen, Wang Yong, Li Bo, Zhao Yunlin, Zhou Xunjun et al.
The Yangtze vole (Microtus fortis calamorum Thomas 1902) is the dominant rodent species in the beach habitat of Dongting lake, primarily inhabiting the beach during the drought season and being compelled to migrate to the farmland and hillocks during the flood…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240528080117
Research ArticleCombatting Drug-Resistant Clostridium perfringens Type B: In vitro effect of Eucalyptus globulus Essential Oil Fractions
Zian Asif, Shahan Azeem, Aftab Ahmad Anjum, Muhammad Muddassir Ali
The development of antimicrobial resistance in Clostridium perfringens could pose a significant challenge to public health, necessitating the exploration of alternative treatment options such as essential oils. Essential oils have promising antimicrobial prope…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211110101157
Research ArticleDepletion Time of Chlortetracycline in Broiler Chicken after Oral Administration and Health Risk Assessment
Muhammad Ismail Chughtai, James Jacob Sasanya, Uzma Maqbool, Muhammad Salahuddin Shah, Muhammad Yasin
The depletion and distribution of chlortetracycline (CTC) was studied in broiler chicken. Total 21 poultry birds (average weight 2 Kg) were divided into treated (n=18) and control (n=3) groups. A treated group was given dose of CTC orally at 20 mg/Kg body weig…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241227033319- Short Communication
Assessment of Haematological Alterations in Labeo rohita (Rohu) Exposed to Ibuprofen
Sridhar Sakthi, D Manimekalai, P Padmavathy, R Shalini, N Jayakumar, M Ponmani
Pharmaceutical pollutants, particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, have become significant contaminants in aquatic environments, posing risks to fish health. This study investigates the acute toxicity and haematological alte…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250402102115 
Research ArticleAntixenosis and Antibiosis Basis of Leucinodes orbonalis (G.) Resistance in Commercial Brinjal Genotypes
Sarvadaman S. Udikeri, L Hanumantharaya, Jayalaxmi Narayan Hegde, Sadashiv Nadukeri, D Lakshmana
Host plant resistance is a crucial strategy in reducing pesticide reliance, particularly for brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) crop. This study was conducted to evaluate the response of twelve commercially significant brinjal varieties to the shoot and fruit bore…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240810151602
Research ArticleMorphological and Morphometric Analysis of Euphlyctis adolfi (Anura: Dicroglossidae) from Rawalpindi-Islamabad Area
Hina Naz, Ayesha Akram, Muhammad Rais, Sumbul Gill, Muzna Kashaf
The frogs of the family Dicroglossidae are commonly known as fork-tongued frogs. The dicroglossid genus Euphlyctis Fitzinger, 1843, also known as skittering frogs or skipper frogs is a highly aquatic and littoral frog. Common Skittering Frog Euphlyctis adolfi…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240709073413
Research ArticleEffect of Pakistani Wheat Cultivars and Population Density on the Biological Parameters of Wheat Weevil, Sitophilus granarius (L.) and their Management through Gamma Irradiation
Aqila Azam, Usman Khalique, Asma-Ul-Husna, Surrya Khanam, Iram Maqsood, Noor Fatima et al.
The wheat weevil, Sitophilus granarius, is a significant pest of stored grains that has an impact on the quantity and quality of wheat. The current study was carried out in laboratory setting to assess the impact of wheat cultivars (Fakhr-e-Sarhad, Bakhtawar-9…
1 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240423094542- Research Article
Effect of Dietary Supplementation of Calcium Carbonate Nanoparticles on Growth, Survival and Immune Response of White Leg Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)
L. Nischal, A. Chandra Sekhara Rao, P. Anand Prasad, K. Madhavi, Ch. Lavanya, R. Mahesh Kumar et al.
A 63-day study was conducted to examine the effects of calcium carbonate nanoparticles on the growth and immune response of white leg shrimp, Litopenaeus vannamei. The shrimp were fed with four experimental diets containing increasing concentrations of calcium…
31 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240809060256 
Research ArticleAmeliorative Effect of Dietary Selenium Supplementation on Fermentation Pattern, Epithelial Histomorphometry and Apoptotic Genes Expression in Rumen of Goats Fed High Concentrate Diet
Awais Bin Shahid, Moolchand Malhi, Allah Bux Kachiwal, Bachal Bhutto, Umair Ahsan, Jam Kashif Zaman Sahito
Selenium (Se) plays a vital role in antioxidant systems and preventing cellular damage. High concentrate (HC) diets cause abnormal rumen fermentation, increased short chain fatty acids (SCFA) production and lipopolysaccharides (LPS), leading to epithelial dama…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250309192227
Research ArticleSuperovulation Induced by Multiple-Dose Administration of Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin in Bitches
Zhouyan Li, Ihsan Ali, Nasar Khan
Superovulation techniques in dogs are not well established because of the unique reproductive physiology of this species and the paucity of information on factors regulating postovulatory oocyte maturation. With the objective of rapidly obtaining mature oocyte…
31 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20231127140923
Research ArticleThe Study on the Growth Pattern of Ovine Horn
Xiaoxu Zhang, Jianxin Shi, Hao Li, Xiaoyun He, Jitao Yang, Hui Wang et al.
The study on the growth pattern of sheep horn is helpful to understand the development mechanism of horn, and lay foundation for the study on the molecular mechanism of horn. This study preliminarily explored the growth pattern of sheep horns by comparing the…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230922090232- Research Article
An Annotated Checklist of Mollusca (Gastropods and Bivalves) of the Mangrove Ecosystem of Thoothukudi Coast, Gulf of Mannar, Southeast Coast of India
Periyasamy Ramesh, Pandurengan Padmavathy, V. Rani, N. Jayakumar, S. Aanand, C. Sudhan et al.
The present study analyzed diversity, prepared a checklist and assessed molluscan biodiversity (gastropods and bivalves) associated with the mangrove ecosystem of the Thoothukudi coast, Gulf of Mannar, Southeast coast of India. Molluscan specimens were hand-pi…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241114090214 
Research ArticleEffectiveness of Commiphora wightii Gel in Treatment of Alveolar Osteitis
Talaya Zahid, Nadia Naseem, Sarah Ghafoor
Alveolar osteitis (AO) is a painful condition occurring in 0.5–68% of the dental patients following tooth extraction posing a challenge for clinicians due to lack of a definitive treatment. Commiphora wightii is a naturally occurring oleo-gum resin that…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220412070440
Research ArticleAssociation of MTHFR C677T with Obesity in Human Female Population
Rakhshanda Rani, Muhammad Irfan
The hypothalamo-pituitary-thyroid axis is responsible for the maintenance of the metabolic processes in the human body. The hypothalamus releases thyroid releasing hormone (TRH) which stimulates the pituitary gland to release thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230830151236
Research ArticleMalacofaunal Diversity and Abundance along the Coastline of Gaddani, Balochistan
Nazeer Ahmed, Shazia Rasheed, Robina Manzoor, Zahid Ali
This paper deals the diversity and abundance of molluscs along the coast of Gaddani, Balochistan. A total of 2997 specimens of 4 different classes (Gastropoda, Bivalvia, Polyplacophora and Cephalopoda) of phylum Mollusca were collected. 1930 specimens of 216 s…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240312042149
Research ArticleIsolation of Fructosyl Transferase from Aspergillus niger Strain SS274 and Enhancing its Stability by Harnessing Magnetic Nanoparticles Assisted Enzyme Immobilization Strategy
Saba Iqbal, Zahoor Qadir Samra, Muhammad Imtiaz Shafiq
Fructosyl trasferase is considered as an important industrial enzyme for production of prebiotics that hold numerous health benefits, is purified from Aspergillus niger strain SS274 using size exclusion chromatography Sephadex G-100 showed 91% of sample recove…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240925110813
Research ArticleDistribution Pattern of Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) and Human Dimensions of Wolf Conflicts in Marghuzar Valley, Tehsil Babozai, District Swat, Pakistan
Ahmad Ali, Muhammad Saad, Sultan Muhammad, Tariq Ahmad, Moazzam Nizami, Mansoor Hayat et al.
Grey wolf (Canis lupus) is distributed in various areas of Pakistan, particularly in the northern regions. The current study was conducted to determine their distribution and the extent of human-wolf conflict in the Marghuzar Valley of the Lower Swat district.…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230403090405
Research ArticleMolecular Characterization and Expression Analysis of Cyp19a Gene in Schizothorax waltoni
Lei Wu, Shijun Wang, Qizhong Tao, Zhengxuan Gu, Jialie Xian, Yao Ding et al.
Schizothorax waltoni has garnered significant interest due to its ecological and evolutionary significance. Despite its pivotal role in estrogen biosynthesis and sex differentiation, the Cyp19a gene has been underexplored in this species. This study showed tha…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241012120900- Research Article
Hypolipidemic Efficacy of Achillea millefolium L. Extract Against Diet-Induced Hyperlipidemia in Male Albino Rats
Amer Hakeem Chyad
Achillea millefolium (commonly known as yarrow) has demonstrated promising health benefits, including potential protective effects against heart disease and making it a valuable candidate for natural therapeutic applications .The objective of this study was to…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250502122112 
Research ArticleSerological Surveillance of Akabane Disease, Bluetongue, Epizootic Haemorrhagic Disease and Q Fever in Dairy Cattle from Selected States in Malaysia
Intan Noor Aina Kamaruzaman, Nurul Fatihah Zulkifli, Nur Anis Mastura Zainal Abidin, Muhammad Azam Majnon, Satishkaran Balachandran, Soon Heng Goh et al.
Vector-borne diseases are one of the significant threats to the livestock industry worldwide. Biting midges, mosquitoes, and ticks serve as vectors, transmitting pathogens during blood feeding. This leads to clinical manifestations in livestock and economic lo…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250314084945
Research ArticleImprovement in Performance of Rohu (Labeo rohita) Fingerlings Fed with Isocaloric and Isonitrogonus Pumpkin Seed Meal Based Diet
Muhammad Mudassar Shahzad, Muhammad Usman, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Sunakbaeva Dilara, Dilawar Hussain, Waseem Abbas
Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo) and their derivatives have certain beneficial effects for farmed fish. Because of its great adaptability in diet, it is being investigated as a valuable option for commercial aquaculture feed in Asia. A trial study was performed…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250208132244
Research ArticleToxicity and Sublethal Effects of Selected Insecticides on Life Table Parameters of Greenhouse Whitefly (Trialeurodes vaporariorum) and its Parasitoid Encarsia formosa
Elmira Shafaei, Abbas Hosseinzadeh, Akbar Ghassemi Kahrizeh, Shahram Aramideh
Greenhouse whitefly, Trialeurodes vaporariorum Westwood (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), is a serious greenhouse pest. Due to its morphological features and the potential of resistance to chemical insecticides, it is necessary to find suitable and compatible compound…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240710103828
Research ArticleFactors Affecting the Reproductive Efficiency of American Mammoth Jackstock Donkey Mares (Equus asinus) under Subtropical Conditions of Pakistan
Atif Rehan, Muhammad Tariq Tunio, Syed Tahseen Badar, Khalid Mahmood
Donkeys are an integral part of the rural culture of Pakistan, with American Mammoth donkey stallions particularly valued for mule production. This study investigated factors influencing reproductive performance in donkey mares (jennies), focusing on hormonal…
31 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250420180209
Research ArticleForaging Behavior and Nutritional Assessment of Selected Forage Species for Captive Blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) at Lal Suhanra National Park, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Muhammad Azeem Akhter, Muhammad Talha Imtiaz, Ihsan Qadir, Mark Edwin Hostetler, Ghulam Yasin, Imran Khan et al.
This study aimed to assess the feeding preference of blackbuck Antilope cervicapra and the nutritional analysis in a breeding enclosure at Lal Suhanra National Park, district Bahawalpur, Pakistan, from May 2021 to April 2022. The feeding preference of 180 (60…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230808011551
Research ArticleDecadal Trends in Mangrove Cover and Implications for Conservation: A Case Study of Thoothukudi Coast, India (1990-2023)
P. Ramesh, P. Padmavathy, V. Rani, C. Sudhan, S. Aanand, N. Jayakumar et al.
The present study evaluated mangrove cover and normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) from 1990 to 2023 in the mangrove ecosystem of the Thoothukudi coast. The land use land cover patterns were obtained with four classifications, viz., water/water bodie…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250104124437
Research ArticleEffects of Different Concentration of Dietary fat on Growth Performance of Minks (Mustela vison)
Bo Qu, Ying Yang
The experimental design provided ranges in ME (metabolisable energy) intake, BW (body weight), ADG (average daily gain), nutrients digestibility, N-balance, energy balance and fur characteristics. The experiment consisting of two periods (phase I and phase II)…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240511040656
ReviewAn Overview of Breast Cancer and the Role of 13C Mass Spectrometry and Isotope-Based Imaging Methods in Early Detection
Iqra Suleman, Shahid Aziz, Shumaila Naz, Faisal Rasheed
The early detection, treatment, and prevention of breast cancer are the major concerns in the realms of public health due to its persistent increase globally. Improvement in detection methods and treatment has impacted the survival rate significantly. However,…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250620074102
Research ArticleIn Vitro Anthelmintic Efficacy of Two Wild Herbs Peganum harmala and Withania somnifera Against Haemonchus contortus
Muhammad Qarib Hussain, Jabar Zaman Khan Khattak, Nousheen Zafeer
Peganum harmala and Withania somnifera are two medicinally important wild herbs. To explore the use of green harmonious bioproducts, the aqueous and methanolic extracts of these plants were assessed against the eggs, larvae and worms of abomasal blood sucking…
1 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240416105757
Research ArticleA Retrospective Study on Human Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) and First Report on Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL) from Islamabad, Pakistan During 2012-2023
Sundas Zahra, Wajiha Ali, Huma Khan, Ahmareen Khalid, Asma Khattak, Nida Khan et al.
In Pakistan, leishmaniasis is the second most common disease after malaria and is a neglected tropical vector-borne illness that affects public health globally. No previous epidemiological investigation of human leishmaniasis has been reported in Islamabad, Pa…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240128153014
Research ArticleThe Effects of Dietary Supranutritional Selenium on the Selenium Concentration and Oxidative Status in Serum and Muscles of Goat
Muhammad Anees Memon, Moolchand Malhi, Allah Bux Kachiwal, Ghulam Shabir Barham, Mohammad Farooque Hassan, Saeed Ahmed Soomro et al.
The study examined the effects of supranutritional selenium (Se) supplementation on selenium levels, oxidative status, and biochemical parameters in goats. Sixteen goats were divided into two groups: control (0.3 mg Se/kg) and treatment (0.65 mg Se/kg). After…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240822122244
Research ArticlePrevalence of Babesiosis and Associated Risk Factors in Captive Cervid and Antelope of Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Azhar, Muhammad Hassan Saleem, Bushra Anwar, Nazish Iqrar, Ayesha Safdar, Wasim Shehzad et al.
Captive cervid and antelope play an important role in maintaining the balance of ecosystem but they also serve as a reservoir for wide variety of infections. Tick borne diseases are an issue of major concern for wildlife as well as human populations. Study was…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240407234820
Research ArticleAssociation of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms, rs109075046 and rs136500299 in ITGB6 Receptor Gene with the Susceptibility of Cattle Breed for Foot and Mouth Disease
Gul Zareen, Sana Akbar, Muhammad Asif, Nasreen Nasreen, Sania Jamil, Muhammad Naeem et al.
Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a prevalent pathological ailment affecting both domestic and wild animals with cloven hooves. It is caused by the Aphtho virus, commonly referred to as the foot and mouth disease virus (FMDV). The disease is characterized by fev…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20221225041249
Research ArticleMitogenome of the Monotypic Genus Vittina: Genomic Characterization and Phylogenetic Analysis
Xiaoli Zhang, Shuya Liu, Qin Sun, Bo Zhang
Mitochondrial genome data for the family Neritidae are limited. In this study, the complete mitochondrial genome sequence of the aquatic snail Vittina turrita (Neritidae), an important species in the aquarium trade, was generated using Illumina HiSeq 2000 high…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240913055840
Short CommunicationControl of Blattella germanica (L.) in an Urban Café Using α-cypermethrin Spray and Abamectin Bait
Hamood U Rehman, Abdul Majid, Ameer Hamza
Blattella germanica L. (German cockroach) a highly adaptable urban pest, poses significant public health risks due to its resistance to insecticides and pathogen transmission. The current study aimed to assess the efficacy of Alphaguard 10% soluble concentrati…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250729162504- Research Article
Immunomodulatory Effects of Aluminium Potassium Sulphate and Saponin Adjuvants in Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia Vaccinated Rabbits
Aijaz Ali Junejo, Shamsuddin Bughio, Rehana Shahnawaz Buriro, Moolchand Malhi, Muhammad Bilawal Arain, Gulfam Ali Mughal et al.
Contagious caprine pleuropneumonia (CCPP) is a severe respiratory disease affecting small ruminants, and effective vaccination strategies are critical to preventing its spread. The current study was designed to evaluate the effects of aluminium potassium sulph…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240520060920 
Research ArticleEffect of Canola Meal with and without Enzyme Supplementation on Growth Performance, Carcass Characteristics, and Serum and Bone Calcium and Phosphorus in Broiler Chickens
Abdul Jabbar, Muhammad Tahir, Samiullah Khan, Hua Chang, Feiyan Zhu, Aamir Iqbal et al.
This study assess the effect of different levels of canola meal (CM) with and without enzyme supplementation on the growth performance, carcass characteristics, and biochemical blood analysis of broiler chickens. A total of 240-day-old broilers were randomly a…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230512130542
ReviewPro-Atherogenic and Anti-Atherogenic Role of MicroRNAs in Pathobiology of Atherosclerosis
Misbah Hussain
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNA molecules that play a crucial role in gene regulation. This review focuses on the recent advancements in understanding the involvement of miRNAs in atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis, a major cause of cardiovascular di…
11 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240507054413
Research ArticleSeroprevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Bovine Brucellosis in Cattle and Livestock Related Persons at District Kurram, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Ammar Hussain, Farrah Deeba, Muhammad Abbas, Anwar Ali, Muhammad Saeed, Muhammad Shahid
Brucellosis is an infectious and highly contagious zoonotic disease caused by the Brucella species and is of great economic and public health importance. This study utilized serological and molecular techniques to investigate the status of brucellosis in cattl…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250206061106
Research ArticleScreening and Analysis of Pigment-Related Genes in Liver Tissue of Changshun Blue-Shelled Chicken Based on Transcriptome Sequencing Technology
Zhenyang Wu, Jinzhu Meng, Xiaozhen Yang, Qingming An
To study the molecular mechanism of pigmentation in blue-shelled hens, transcriptome sequencing technology was used to analyze differences in the liver transcript expression profiles of Changshun blue-shelled chicken and Roman Pink laying hens. Three 10-month-…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240924105211
Research ArticleDe novo Transcriptome Analysis and the Phylogenetic Position of Acanthopagrus schlegelii
Yilin Wang, Jianfeng Guan, Dongxiao He, Xiangbin Meng
The black porgy (Acanthopagrus schlegelii), a protandrous hermaphroditic marine fish, holds significant economic and ecological value. However, its reproductive biology and phylogenetic position remain poorly understood at the molecular level. This study provi…
12 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240317050911
Research ArticleEffect of Silkworm Pupa Meal on Growth, Body Indices, Digestive Enzymes and Histopathology of Rohu Fingerlings
Fatima Yasin, Muhammad Mudassar Shahzad, Zawar Hussain, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Rizwan Khurshid, Asma Choudhry
Aquaculture being the rapidly expanding food production sector meets the global need of food for rapidly expanding human population. Major feed source in aquaculture sector is fish meal (FM) but unprofitable cost and limited supply of FM lead to search for alt…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241203040103
Research ArticleA Candidate Subunit Porcine Circovirus Type 2 Vaccine Offered Similar Immune Protection Effect as Commercial Licensed Vaccine
Jianli Shi, Xiaoyan Wu, Yongming Wang, Chang Liu, Shaojian Xu, Hong Han et al.
Porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2) vaccination is used extensively and has been effective in protecting pigs from post-weaning multisystemic wasting syndrome (PMWS). Most PCV2 vaccines used in China were whole virus inactivated vaccine, while no standard has bee…
30 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240228081548
Research ArticleMolecular Analysis of Kappa Casein Gene in Kundhi Buffalo
Jai Pirkash Goil, Atta Hussain Shah, Gul Bahar Khaskheli, Muhammad Naeem Riaz, Munir Ahmed Jamali, Ghulam Shabir Barham et al.
In dairy sector, animal selection is mainly done on the basis of milk quality and quantity produced by the particular animal whereby protein is considered as a major marker for measuring the quality of milk. Among the milk protein, kappa casein attains major a…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230402100450- Research Article
Evaluating the Potential Effect of γ-Irradiated Dried Paprika Powder against Side Effects Induced by a High-Cholesterol Diet in Male Rats
Ashraf M. Mounir, Amr N. El-Shahat, Mohamed H.M. Abd El-Megid, A.M. Abdul Azeem
The present study was conducted to investigate the effect of different doses of γ-irradiation treatment (0, 2, 4, 6 kGy) on total phenolic, capsaicinoids contents, microbial load, and aflatoxin content of dried paprika powder (Capsicum annuum L.). Also,…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230611200617 
Research ArticleTime Budget and Activity Patterns During the Mating Period of Rescued Leopard Cat (Prionailurus bengalensis) in Captivity
Feng Gao, Ying Tian, Jia Tang, LiJun Liu, Xinyuan Du, Dajun Deng et al.
This study investigated the activity patterns and time budgets of Prionailurus bengalensis during the breeding season. One male and one female leopard cat in captivity were observed from February 2 to July 3, 2023, using video surveillance at the Beijing Wildl…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250408013534- Research Article
Effect of Monochromatic LED Lights on Physiobiochemical and Behavioural Performance of Broiler Chicken
Amit Kumar Saini, Preeti Lakhani, Neeraj, Mayukh Ghosh, Rajesh Kumar
Poultry production is done worldwide and is an important economic activity for providing food security to world population. Among all livestock sectors, the poultry industry is one with the fastest growing industry with advantage of lowest turnover time and be…
10 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241116072238 - Research Article
Freshwater Fish Fauna in Different Water Bodies of District Tank, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Shehzad, Muhammad Shoaib Alam, Tehreem Fatima, Khateeb Khan, Abdul Majid et al.
This study focused on the diversity and insightful analysis of fish fauna in various water bodies in the Tank district, KPK province. The study was conducted from December 2023 to June 2024 at 11 study sites with five water body types. The water bodies were ri…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241125035335 
Research ArticleHemato-Biochemical, Histological and Genotoxic Assessment of Methylparaben-Induced Toxicity in FreshWater Fish Rohu (Labeo rohita)
Hasnain Akmal, Shabbir Ahmad, Iqra Akram, Muddasir Hassan Abbasi, Muhammad Khalil Ahmad Khan, Farhat Jabeen et al.
Parabens, because of their antifungal and antibacterial properties, are used in many products such as cosmetics, baby care products, and pharmaceuticals. Because of their extensive use in many products, parabens are now considered serious aquatic pollutant. Th…
25 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240515153058
Research ArticleExpression Analysis of BMPR1B, BMP15 and GDF9 Genes in Polytocous and Monotocous Sheep Breeds During the Luteal Phase
Kai Liu, Jishun Tang, Xiaoyun He, Yufang Liu, Mingxing Chu
To investigate the expression of BMPR1B, BMP15 and GDF9 genes in sheep at luteal phase, we examined the expression of the three genes in 14 tissues of small tail han sheep (STH) (polytocous breed) and Sunite sheep (SNT) (monotocous breed) by using semi-quantit…
4 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240229141622
Research ArticleThe In Vitro Evaluation of Acaricide Paeonol against Human Demodex (Acari: Demodicidae)
Yueye Xu, Jingang Xu, Yujun Shuai, Qiao Teng, Huanxin Tu, Zhili Ren et al.
Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis that parasitize humans can cause multiple skin disorders, including pityriasis folliculorum, folliculitis, rosacea, blepharitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and perioral dermatosis. Paeonol is the main component isolated from…
8 Apr 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240919082123