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Research ArticleImproving the Growth Performance and Nutrient Utilization in Broilers Fed Low Protein Diet: The Effect of Bacillus pumilus on Digestibility and Microflora Dynamics
Shehzad Ahmed Soomro, Muhammad Aslam, Shoaib Ahmed Pirzado, Ghulam Rasool, Khalid Mashay Al-Anazi, Muhammad Bilawal Arain et al.
The main purpose of this experiment was to evaluate the effect of dietary addition of Bacillus pumilus on growth performance, nutrient digestibility and microflora of broiler chickens fed low protein diet. A total of 180 one-day-old male chicks were randomly d…
13 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240525073941
Research ArticlePhenotypic Characterisation of Selected South African Beef Cattle Breeds: A Systematic Review
Lubabalo Bila, Dikeledi Petunia Malatji, Thobela Louis Tyasi
The phenotypic characteristics of livestock are very fundamental in describing the uniqueness of animal genetic resources. Phenotypic characteristics of South African beef cattle breeds are poorly understood. The objective of this study was to systematically r…
13 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230924120210
Research ArticleEffect of Carbon Source Addition Strategies on Water Quality, Growth Performance and Histology in Penaeus vannamei and GIF Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Polyculture Model in Lined Pond - BFT Aquaculture Systems
Malreddy Joshna, Baboonsundaram Ahilan, Cheryl Antony, Krishnan Ravaneswaran, Pushparaj Chidambaram, Arumugam Uma et al.
Profitable and environmental friendly culture depends on the innovative and sustainable technology method of production. The experiment was conducted to evaluate the efficiency of biofloc on the water quality, growth performance and histology of Penaeus vannam…
13 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240313051714
Research ArticleInfluence of Fumaric Acid Fortified Diet on Growth Performance and Haematological Responses of Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia
H. Manimaran, P. Chidambaram, P. Yuvarajan, M. Joshna
An eight-week indoor feeding trial was carried out to determine the consequences of fumaric acid (FA) addition in the diet on growth performance, feed utilization and haematological responses of GIFT. Four isonitrogenous (28% of crude protein) diets were formu…
13 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240405062027
Research ArticleCitric Acid as a Feed Supplement: Effect on Labeo rohita Fingerlings to Promote Nutrient Digestibility, Growth and Hematological Indices
Majid Hussain, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Nisar Ahmad, Muhammad Moazam Jalees, Nida Ismat, Danish Riaz et al.
Moringa oleifera leaf meal (MOLM) supplemented with citric acid (CA) was observed in this research to promote the digestibility of nutrients, growth and hematology of Labeo rohita (rohu) fingerlings. During the 90-day trial, six test diets were created, one of…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20221221071258
Research ArticleComplete Mitochondrial Genome Sequence of Nannostomus beckfordi and Molecular Phylogenetic Analysis
Xian-Ru Li, Yi-Jing Zhan, Kai-Rui Zhang, Cheng-He Sun
Nannostomus beckfordi belonging to the order Characiformes is an economically valuable fish. To better understand the origin, evolution, and phylogenetic status of N. beckfordi, the mitochondrial genome was sequenced and characterized. The total genome length…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240603083501
Research ArticleImmunogenic Response for the Production of Polyclonal Antibodies of Human Serum Amyloid A1 (hSAA1) in Rabbits and Mice
Saira Ahmad, Ukasha Tahir, Qurratulann Afza Gardner, Muhammad Akhtar
Serum amyloid A1 (SAA1) is a high-density lipoprotein which is involved in lipid metabolism and immune regulation. It serves as a potential biomarker for the diagnosis under inflammatory pathophysiological conditions. The present study deals with the cost-effe…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240519104210
Research ArticlePull-Push Strategy for the Management of Tuta absoluta (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) in Tomatoes
Ghulam Qader Mangrio, Arfan Ahmed Gilal, Lubna Bashir Rajput, Jamal-U-Ddin Hajano, Abdul Hayee Gabol, Sajjad Hussain Rind
Globally, Tuta absoluta (TLM) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) has emerged as a devastating pest of tomatoes. While insecticides are the primary means of management, there is also a potential for other control measures. The effectiveness of pull (attractant) and pus…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230801132039
Research ArticleIn silico Analysis of Non-Synonymous Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in α-Toxin of Clostridium perfringens Toxinotype B Isolated from Lamb Dysentery Cases in Pakistan
Mian Muhammad Khubaib Sattar, Aftab Ahmad Anjum, Yung Fu Chang, Tahir Yaqub, Asim Aslam
This study delves into the in-silico analysis of non-synonymous single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the α-toxin of Clostridium perfringens toxinotype B strains causing lamb dysentery and provide insights for future therapeutic interventions. The SN…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240712064703
Research ArticleAssessment of Selective Synthetic Insecticides Against Third Instar Larvae of Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) Under Laboratory Conditions
Usama Saleem, Muhammad Asrar, Farhat Jabeen, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Dilbar Hussain
Maize is the third most important cereal crop in Pakistan but its productivity is endangered by the attack of the invasive insect pest, Spodoptera frugiperda. Synthetic insecticides are amongst the most significant short-term strategies to control S. frugiperd…
21 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240728125802
Research ArticleAltitudinal Differences of Bird Assemblages, Profusion, and Feeding Guilds in Khunjerab, Lal Suhanra and Hingol National Parks
Komel Ahmed, Zulfiqar Ali, Rida Ahmad, Usman Ahmad, Irfan Zainab, Aliza Batool
Studying avian diversity across different altitudes reveals how altitude impacts species distribution and adaptation, informing conservation strategies and ecological knowledge. This study presents a comprehensive analysis of avian species diversity, abundance…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240723163821
Research ArticleAssessing the Role of Conservation Strips in Enhancing Beneficial Fauna in the Wheat-Cotton Agricultural System in Punjab, Pakistan
Saba Haider, Fawad Z.A. Khan, Hafiza Tahira Gul, Mudssar Ali, Shahid Iqbal
Agricultural landscapes with strict monocultures are causing a decline in on-farm biodiversity. Conservation areas, consisting of grasses, shrubs, especially flowering plants, could help conserve on-farm biodiversity. In the current study, a conservation strip…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240210191053
Research ArticleImpact of Fishmeal Replacement with Poultry By-product Meal and Fish Protein Hydrolysate: Effect on Growth Performance, Nutrient Utilization, Whole-Body Composition and Growth Gene (IGF-1) Expression of Striped Murrel (Channa striata)
Govindharaj Sathishkumar, Nathan Felix, Amit Ranjan, Arumugam Uma, Mir Ishfaq Nazir, Elangovan Prabu
A 60-day feeding trial was conducted to examine the effects of replacing fish meal (FM) protein with graded levels of poultry by-product meal (PBM), with or without supplementation of fish protein hydrolysate (FPH) on growth, nutrient utilization, whole-body c…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240408111116
Research ArticleComparative Analysis of Zooplankton Population Dynamics in Polluted and Non-Polluted Coastal Zones of the Northern Arabian Sea
Nafisa Shoaib, Venus A. Qadir, Tayyaba Hamid, Pirzada Jamal Ahmed Siddiqui
Zooplankton are minute aquatic animals with limited swimming capabilities drift within the water columns of ocean, seas or freshwater bodies to move great distance. Their remarkable tolerance to environmental stress designate them as an indicator species for a…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210619050616
Research ArticleToxicity of Commonly Used Insecticides against Apis dorsata (Hymenoptera: Apidae) in South Punjab, Pakistan
Waseem Akram, Asif Sajjad, Mudssar Ali, Hafiz Azhar Ali Khan, Sumaira Maqsood, Syed Umar Farooq
Honeybees are considered important pollinators of economically important crops that play a significant role in food security. The population of honeybees is declining due to the non-judicious and extensive use of pesticides. The current study was planned to ev…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20231202072259
Research ArticleStreptococcus bovis JB1 Protects Against Oxidative Stress Caused by comC Knockout by Increasing Trehalose Secretion
Quanhui Peng, Ali Mujtaba Shah, Wang Zhi-Sheng, Xue Bai, Wang Li-Zhi, Zou Hua-Wei et al.
Streptococcus bovis mainly produces lactic acid in the rumen leading to acute rumen acidosis, and can also cause diseases such as infective endocarditis and colorectal cancer. The growth and reproduction of S. bovis mainly relies on ComC and ComDE, a quorum se…
26 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20231209141813
Research ArticleImpact of Eggs Storage Time and Duration of Fumigation on Hatchability, Embryonic Mortality and Characteristics of Day Old Chicks
Abdul Hafeez, Raja Sikandar, Shabana Naz, Ibrahim A. Alhidary, Rifat Ullah Khan, Simona Tarricone
This study aimed to investigate the effects of egg storage time and fumigation duration on chick quality, hatchability, and breakout analysis in broilers. A total of 600 eggs from each storage time (24 and 48 h) were divided into three fumigation groups (15, 2…
25 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240602050103- Research Article
Nutritional Evaluation and Cost Analysis of Dietary Replacement of Fish Meal with Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermetia illucens) in the Diet of GIF Tilapia
G.K. Raswin Geoffery, S. Athithan, J. Jaculine Pereira, K.S. Vijay Amirtharaj, R. Jeyashakila, K. Green Sea et al.
Fish meal is one of the limiting factors in the aquaculture feed industry for the formulated diets. So, the present study endeavored to investigate the efficacy of dietary replacement of fish meal with black solider fly larvae at graded levels on feed intake,…
25 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240711095022 
Research ArticleIsolation and Characterization of Vagococcus fluvialis from Deceased Pigs in Jiangsu, China
Zhixin Guan, Abdul Wahaab, Mohsin Nawaz, Muhammad Naveed Anwar, Yuhao Li, Junjie Zhang et al.
The Gram-positive Vagococcus fluvialis has been regarded as a potential bacterial pathogen. It has been isolated from the environment, birds, fishes, and mammals with a slight knowledge of their species. V. fluvialis is also believed to act as pro-biotic in fi…
25 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240313174156
Research ArticleBehavioural Responses of the Passerine Birds to the Environmental Variables in Central Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Yasin, Hammad Ahmad Khan, Zain ul Abdin, Sajida Mustafa
Present paper discusses the effects of altered temperatures due to the environmental stressors on the four passerines in varied habitats of Central Punjab, Pakistan. In the worldwide ecosystems, the biodiversity has been seriously jeopardized with uncertain ec…
25 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240311112128