The First Report ofInfection in the Oriental Magpie () in Beijing, China.

Abstract

is a parasitic species known for its ability to infect and transmit between hosts in the gastrointestinal tracts of wild avian species. However, there is limited information on its presence and impact on urban avian populations, particularly in China.In this study, morphological observations were conducted to detect the presence ofsp. within the intestinal tract of the Oriental Magpie () collected in Beijing, China. Further confirmation of the parasite's identity was achieved through phylogenetic analysis usinggene sequencing to compare with previously documentedisolates.The morphological and molecular analyses confirmed the presence ofin the Oriental Magpie. Phylogenetic analysis indicated a close relationship with knownisolates. This represents the first reported case ofinfection in magpies from Beijing, China.The findings highlight the potential health hazards posed byto urban avian populations and public health. The study suggests that additional research and surveillance efforts are necessary to better understand the risks associated with this parasite and to develop effective mitigation strategies.