IJBRA

International Journal of Biological Research Advancement

ISSN: 2734-3391
Peer Reviewed
Open Access
Life Sciences

International Journal of Biological Research Advancement

The International Journal of Biological Research Advancement (IJBRA) is a single-blind peer reviewed journal.

FrequencyQuarterly
Review TypeSingle Blind
LanguageEnglish
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IJBRA
Vol. 5 No. 2

ECTOPARASITES OF SOME LIVESTOCK OF PORT HARCOURT EKERETTE ET AL

Domestic animal production contributes to the economic growth and well-being of families in developing countries but can be hampered by ecto-parasites depending...

Ekerette, I.B., Ferguson, B.O., Ajuzieogu, I.P., Robert, B. & Amuzie, C.C.
Sep 30, 2025
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 2

Correlation of Physiochemical Parameters and Heavy Metal Accumulation in The Sediment of Elechi Creek, Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Sediments are the highest repository of metals in the aquatic environment. This study investigates the correlation between some physicochemical parameters (temp...

Anyiamuka-Chinedu Osisioma K. and Amuzie Chidinma C.
Sep 5, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Comparative Study of the Effect of Natural and Synthetic Coagulants on the Treatment of Industrial Effluents

Ground seeds of Jatropha curcas were tested for their coagulatory activities on industrial effluents from a vegetable oil producing company Port Harcourt, Niger...

Ezeoguine, A.N., Tarbo K.C. and Ekweozor, I.K.E.
Mar 9, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Assessment of nematode pests of ornamental plants in Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.

A survey at Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State in Nigeria assessed nematode infestation of ornamental plants, highlighting their significance in human exi...

EZENWAKA, C.O. and EKINE, E.G.
Feb 12, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Bioaccumulation of Selected Heavy Metals (Cd, Zn, Pb and Cr) in the Tissue of Mudskipper (Periophthalmus papilio) from Lelasibokpo Creek, Bodo City, Gokana L.G.A, Rivers State, Nigeria

The activities and progress of industries have led to increased emission of pollutants into ecosystems. The Lelasibokpo Creek is one of the most important aquat...

Owoh A.A., Green A.F., Anaero-Nweke G.N., Wala C., Chindah G., Inyang D.U., Agwor M.O, Owoh-Etete U.E. and Vikpala F.V
Jan 26, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Intestinal Nematode and Cestode Parasites of Domestic birds (Gallus gallus domesticus) of Major Markets in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Nigeria

The health of domestic birds is a major concern to a nation and her populace because limiting productivity in the poultry industry can result in food reduction....

Okere S.G., Amuzie C.C. and Opara M.C.
Jan 24, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

A Comparative Quality Assessment of Water Quality Index using Physicochemical Parameters of Selected Rivers in Rivers State, Nigeria

Water is essential for life and people need water to survive, because it plays an important role in every aspect of life, especially for physiological activitie...

Okere S.G., Amuzie C.C. and Opara M.C.
Jan 24, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Physicochemical Characteristics and Evaluation of Waste Landfill in Rumuagholu, Rivers State, Nigeria

This study was conducted to evaluate the physico-chemical characteristics and pollution aspect of wastes in Rumuagholu landfill and their health effects in two ...

Anaero-Nweke G.N , Ekweozor I.K.E., Omar Ali Al-Khashman., Ementu-Maxwell M., Green A.F ., & Owoh A.A
Jan 1, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 4 No. 1

Monitoring and Characterization of Waste Landfill in Rumuagholu, Rivers State, Nigeria

This study investigated waste characterization at a landfill in Rumuagholu, Rivers State, Nigeria, utilizing a mechanical sorting technique across two stations....

Anaero-Nweke G.N , Ekweozor I.K.E., Omar Ali Al-Khashman., Ementu-Maxwell M., Green A.F ., & Owoh A.A
Jan 1, 2024
IJBRA
Vol. 3 No. 2

Contamination Rates of Strongyloides stercoralis on some Vegetables from Home-Stead Farms in Two Communities in Abua-Odua Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

Vegetables are very important parts of our daily meals for healthy living as much as they remain good sources of water and loads of essential nutrients. Vegetab...

Amadi N.
Nov 30, 2023
IJBRA
Vol. 3 No. 2

Prevalence of Intestinal Schistosomiasis in some Respondents in Emelogo and Ogboloma Communities in Odua, Abua-Odua Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease, mostly prevalent in poor, rural and under developed countries. Globally, Nigeria has been stated to have the gr...

Amadi N.
Nov 30, 2023
IJBRA
Vol. 3 No. 2

ENVIRONMENTAL SOIL PHYTOREMEDIATION USING MANGROVE PARTS FOR CRUDE OIL AND HEAVY METAL REMEDIATION IN SELECTED SITES IN RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA

The study investigates the use of mangrove parts (branch, leaves, stem and root) as a tool for crude oil remediation in selected sites in Rivers State, Nigeria....

Amadi C.S. and Igono S.A
Oct 10, 2023
IJBRA
Vol. 3 No. 2

ECTOPARASITES OF POULTRY BIRDS (Gallus gallus domesticus) FROM TWO SMALLHOLDER FARMS, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA

Ectoparasites play significant economic roles in the management of poultry birds, especially in smallholder farms in the tropics. Their impact can range from mi...

Lazarus N., Ezenwaka C.O. and Amuzie, C.C
Oct 7, 2023
IJBRA
Vol. 3 No. 2

SEASONAL DYNAMICS IN THE DIVERSITY AND ABUNDANCE OF AVIFAUNA IN AGROECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPES IN NWIKPEBA, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA

Agricultural intensification as a result of population pressure in tropical ecosystems is a prevailing cause of deforestation and habitat loss for wildlife spec...

Alawa G., Akani G.C., Ebere N., Bobmanuel K.N.O and Onwuteaka J.N.
Oct 3, 2023
IJBRA
Vol. 2 No. 1

SEASONAL DYNAMICS IN THE DIVERSITY AND ABUNDANCE OF RAPTORS FOUND IN AGROECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPES IN KONO, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA

Raptors occupy the highest niches in a food web and little is known about their population and ecology in agroecological landscapes. This research was aimed at ...

Alawa G., Akani G.C., Ebere N., Bobmanuel K.N.O and Onwuteaka J.N.
Nov 10, 2022
IJBRA
Vol. 2 No. 1

REVIEW OF THE STATUS OF NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES IN SOUTHERN NIGERIA

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are illnesses that are most common among underdeveloped communities in tropical and subtropical regions. They are sometimes r...

Tariah S.S., Ndi Y.P, Okwara C.C., Eberechukwu N., Brown I.C., Bekee C., Montu C.B., Amadi P.C., Biebuma T., Excellencio J.D. and Baibi I.Q.
Oct 7, 2022
IJBRA
Vol. 1 No. 2

HISTOPATHOLOGY OF THE MUSCLE AND HEAVY METAL CONCENTRATIONS OF PERIOPHTHALMUS PAPILLO FROM ELECHI CREEK, PORT HARCOURT, NIGERIA

In polluted coastal areas mudskippers are the potential bioindicators and bio-accumulators of pollutants and may directly or indirectly be related with human he...

Anyiamuka-Chinedu O.K., Ugbomeh A.P., Ugbomeh A.L. and Ekweozor I.K.E.
Jun 1, 2022
IJBRA
Vol. 1 No. 1

Parasitic Helminths Infecting Anurans of Isiokpo, Rivers State, Nigeria

There is need for more research to add to the growing data of species diversity and parasitic helminths of anurans in parts of Rivers State, Nigeria. This resea...

Amadi N.
Jun 23, 2021
IJBRA
Vol. 1 No. 1

Assemblage of Small Sized Vertebrates in an Urban Community of Rivers State, Nigeria

Urbanization rapidly alters wildlife habitats leading to population declines. However, certain species are able to adapt to the landscape changes. This research...

Amadi N.
Jun 23, 2021
IJBRA
Vol. 1 No. 1

Market Survey of Fish Species Infested with Parasitic Isopods, Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Parasitic isopods are blood-feeding ecto-parasites that cause significant economic losses to fisheries by killing, stunting growth, or damaging fishes. This res...

Kooko B.S. and Joseph F.
Jun 23, 2021
IJBRA
Vol. 1 No. 1

Unidentified Gastro-Intestinal Nematode Parasites from Pseudotolithus elongatus, Rivers State, Nigeria

Pseudotolithus elongatus specimens (n=50) purchased from fishers at Nembe waterside, Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in May-June, 2018, were examined for gastro-intesti...

Amuzie C.C.
May 20, 2021

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