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Research ArticleBemisia tabaci on Cotton: A Case Study of Seasonal Incidence with Special Emphasis on Cultivar’s Oviposition Preference
Aqsa Abbas, Jana Žiarovská, Ali Jabran
Whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, has become a notable pest impacting cotton on a global scale. Despite the development of transgenic cotton strains that display improved resistance to numerous insect pests, they have not adequately dealt with the challenge posed by g…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241003170049
Research ArticleFish Species Inventory in the Rhithron Zone of the Thamirabarani River, Western Ghats, South India
Mariappan Balaganesan, Seerappalli Aran Shanmugam, Deepak Agarwal, Ramulu Durairaja, Rajagopal Ramya, Agneeswaran Rathipriya et al.
This study investigates the fish fauna from the rhithron to the crenon zone of the Thamirabarani River, revealing 58 species across 11 orders and 12 families. It provides valuable insights into fish diversity, distribution, and conservation status, including o…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240626065553
Research ArticleImprovement in Performance of Mori (Cirrhinus mrigala) Fingerlings Fed with DCP Supplemented Plant Meal-Based Diet
Muhammad Mudassar Shahzad, Marzia Batool, Sadia Muhammad Din, Fatima Yasin, Fariha Latif, Maria Sana
Present experimental work was conducted to examine the effects of a plant-based diet with supplemented di-calcium phosphate (DCP) on the growth performance, immunological indices, and carcass composition of C. mrigala fingerling. Six test diets 0, 1, 2, 3, 4,…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20180524080553
Research ArticleEvaluation of Non-Bt Refugia Cultivation to Manage Bt Resistance in Pectinophora gossypiella Against Transgenic Cotton
Mahreen Hanif, Shafqat Saeed, Mudssar Ali, Muhammad Ishtiaq, Zulqurnain Khan
Transgenic cotton, specifically Bt cotton, has revolutionized pest management in the USA and China, controlling pink bollworm populations. In India, practical resistance has emerged due to the widespread cultivation of Bt cotton, accelerating the development o…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241022072920
Research ArticleEfficacy of MCP Supplemented Plant Meal-Based Diet on Performance of Labeo rohita Fingerlings
Fatima Musawar, Muhammad Mudassar Shahzad, Usman Elahi, Asia Karim, Zawar Hussain, Fatima Yasin
A 10-week growth trial was carried out to assess the impact of a plant meal-based diet supplemented with monocalcium phosphate (MCP) on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, and immunology. Six isonitrogenous and isocaloric diets were prepared five of wh…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241019063535
Research ArticleIntegrating Molecular and Chemical Analyses for Assessing Blue Swimmer Crab Portunus Health and Genetic Diversity in Pakistani Coastal Waters
Saima Majeed, Salma Javed, Nazakat Hussain Memon, Talat Sharafat Rehmani, Faraz Ahmed Abro, Muhammad Idrees et al.
The blue swimming crab species Portunus pelagicus and Portunus segnis represent crucial components of commercial fisheries in the Northern Arabian Sea (NAS). This study employs partial coding regions of the cytochrome oxidase subunit 1 (COI) gene for DNA barco…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240712071015
Research ArticleEmpowering Tribes through Sustainable Goat Farming: KVK’s Intervention in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh, India
T. Vijaya Nirmala, A. Devivaraprasad Reddy, E. Karuna Sree, G. Shali Raju, V. Deepthi, Ch. Balakrishna et al.
Small ruminants, especially goats, are important in the activities of small and marginal farmers in India due to their low maintenance, rapid breeding and early maturity. The purpose of this study is to assess effects of interventions made between 2017-18 and…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240809052339
Research ArticleUse of Potato Waste and its Effect on Ruminal Characteristics and In-Situ Digestion Kinetics in Cannulated Nili Ravi Buffalo Bulls
Muhammad Sharif, Shakir Khan, Fawwad Ahmad, Muhammad Mahboob Ali Hamid, Waseem Abbas, Muhammad Khalid Bashir et al.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the nutritional profile of dried potato powder (DPP) and its effect on ruminal characteristics, and in-situ digestion kinetics in 3 cannulated buffalo bulls. DPP samples were analyzed for different nutrients and gross ener…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240625101356
Research ArticleCauses of Owls Admission to the Wildlife Rescue Centre in Beijing (China) from 2006–2022
Feng Gao, Yun Shi, Jie Li, MingYu Lun, ZhiJun Liu, YunFan Wang et al.
Data from wildlife rescue centers are crucial for understanding the threats faced by wild animal populations. This study examines the causes of admission and outcomes for Strigiformes owls at the Beijing Wildlife Rescue Center (BWRC) using data collected from…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241016065923
Research ArticleAssessing Productive and Reproductive Performance in Kashmiri Black Australorp Chicken Over 200 Generations
Beenish Shahid, Muhammad Ijaz Khan, Sana Imtiaz
Local chicken breeds are essential genetic reservoirs with dual roles in both technical advancement of production systems and preservation of social-cultural heritage. This study focused on the Kashmiri Black Australorp (KBA) breed, which has been maintained f…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240702140421
Research ArticlePrevalence, Risk Factors Analysis, and Comparative Evaluation of Diagnostic Techniques for Cryptosporidium in Calves
Kamran Ullah, Umar Ali, Tahir Usman, Naimat Ullah Khan, Rahmat Ullah, Assar Ali Shah
Cryptosporidium is a protozoan parasite with a high prevalence in calves, particularly in neonates due to their immature immune systems. Contributing risk factors include poor hygiene, overcrowding, and stress. The current study investigates the prevalence of…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241002050120
Research ArticleComparative Efficacy of Sodium Bentonite and Yeast as Toxin Binders for Mitigation of Mycotoxicosis in Broilers
Muhammad Mobashar, Muhammad Adil Jan, Sher Bahader Khan, Muhammad Israr, Farhan Anwar Khan
The study was conducted at the University poultry farm using completely randomized design to evaluate comparative efficacy of inorganic and organic toxin binders for mitigation of aflatoxicosis in broiler birds. A total of 150 days old chicks were distributed…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241127070501
Research ArticleComparative Study of Body Composition and Mineral Profile of Selected Herbivorous and Carnivorous Fish Species in River Chenab and Hatchery, Punjab
Mahnoor Zaidi, Salma Sultana, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Shafaqat Ali, Muhammad Zubair-ul-Hassan Arsalan, Bilal Ahmad et al.
The purpose of this study is to investigate the body composition and mineral status of herbivorous fish species (Labeo rohita, Catla catla and Cirrhinus mrigala) and carnivorous fish species (Sperata seenghala, Channa marulius and Wallago attu). In this resear…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240221073902
Research ArticlePurification of Bioactive Peptides from Edible Plants and Their Antibacterial Properties Against Food Borne Pathogens
Irsa Mateen, Taimia Mujahid, Shumaila Naz, Hira Muzzamal, Beenish Maqsood, Mahjabeen Saleem
To increase the shelf life of foodstuff and its preservation, using antimicrobial agents from natural sources is a promising approach. Antimicrobial peptides can combat pathogenic microorganisms either by killing them or inhibiting their growth. The objective…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240829045827
Research ArticleMolecular Identification of Commercially Important Marine Fishes (Family Lutjanidae) from Southwestern Coast of Pakistan
Rabia Kausar, Asmatullah Kakar, Amna Suleman, Faiz Muhammad, Dost Muhammad Baloch, Muhammad Shafi et al.
The management of marine fish is extremely important for commercial purposes and has a large impact on the food sector. In addition to several directed studies on fish and fisheries, taxonomy has drawn significant interest from researchers. In recent years, DN…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230516100555
Research ArticleInsights into the Experimental Pathogenesis and Host Immune Response to a Backyard Poultry–Derived Marek’s Disease Virus and the Efficacy of the CVI988 Rispens HVT Vaccine in Chickens
Muhammad Azeem, Muti ur Rehman Khan, Waqas Ahmad, Habib ur Rehman, Nazima Yousaf Khan, Sakhawat Hussain et al.
Marek’s disease virus (MDV) is a strongly tumor-inducing alphaherpesvirus and it continues to cause severe immunosuppression and mortality in poultry globally. This study aimed to evaluate the pathogenesis of a virulent MDV isolate from Punjab, Pakistan,…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250530042236
Research ArticleImproving Resistance to Listeria monocytogenes by the Richness and Diversity of the Host Gut Biome through Administration of the Gallic Acid Irradiated by Ultraviolet
Min Lv, Wei Ge, Lifang Yang, Xu Luo, Chuanyan Pan, Shiya Ya et al.
This study examined the response of specific gut bacterial species to infection with Listeria monocytogenes and the effect of UVC-GA on the gut microbiome over a 25-day period. Healthy mice were used as a control cohort (CC). We compared the gut microbiota pro…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230907062500
Research ArticleMonitoring Stored Grain Pests using Sticky Glue Traps from Warehoused Wheat of District Dadu, Sindh, Pakistan
Shamsher Ali, Naheed Baloch
Studies for monitoring the stored grain pests using sticky glue traps were carried out in different areas of district Dadu on Taluka level during April-June, 2021. The observations were made at different grain storage sites by using sticky glue traps which are…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220608170601
Research ArticleProduction of Transgenic Goat Encoding Spider Dragline Silk
Jun Fang, Fan Hua Meng, Feng Wang, Hai Tao Wang, Huan Min Zhou
Spider silk, known for its remarkable properties and numerous advantages, shows promise in various fields as a fibrous biomaterial. However, research on obtaining transgenic goats through the artificial synthesis of spider silk protein is lacking. In this stud…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240816031913
Research ArticleCross-Sectional Insights into Hematobiochemical Alterations in HIV Patients Receiving ART and Co-Infected with Viral Hepatitis in Pakistan
Huma Fatima, Muhammad Saeed Imran, Raheela Akhtar, Nadia Mukhtar, Hasnain Javed, Waqas Ahmad et al.
HIV has become a significant public health concern in Pakistan. It shares modes of transmission with hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV), and the co-infection of either or both viruses may exacerbate the HIV progression and complicate antiretroviral therap…
14 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20250518140054