Systematic status of new species of Diplotriaena ayazi n.sp. (Nematode: Filariidae) species from Bank Myna (Acridotheres Ginginianus) Latham; 1872 (Passeriformes: Sturnidae) in Sindh, Pakistan's District Larkana

Abstract

Background: Nematodes are critical parasites that have a positive as well as negative impact. They are parasites that infiltrate humans, animals, and plants, causing ailments and financial losses. Nevertheless certain nematodes are favorable and aid in controlling pest populations, even in agricultural settings. Objectives: To expand the taxonomic comprehension of parasitic nematodes and support zoological classification, parasitology, and biodiversity research. To verify the new species' peculiarity and support its recognition as a new species (n.sp.) by evaluating it with previously reported Diplotriaena species. The body cavity of Bank myna (Acridotheres ginginianus) in District Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan, yielded a new species Diplotriaena ayazi sp. nematode. Material and methods: The conventional approach used in ornithological study and morphological analysis. To ensure the legitimacy of this study while causing the least amount of harm to individual birds, particular rules are followed to throughout the mynas' collection, preservation, and morphological analysis. Depending on the objectives of the study and the ethical dilemmas raised by animal research, several approaches are taken. The Passeriformes order includes the Mynas family of birds. They are frequently studied for zoological, taxonomic, and ecological research endeavors. Results: A total of thirty nematodes (♂♂) were noted. The following traits of the current nematode show diversity from its correspondent: body size, form, trident size and shape, spicule shape, and the absence of caudal papillae. Diplotriaena ayazi n.sp may be considered a new species based on these morphometrical alterations. Conclusion: However, the authoress dedicated this species in memory of Revolutionary Modern Sindhi Poet Shaikh Ayaz.