India - Mysterious disease kills over 25 buffaloes In East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh

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Mysterious Disease Kills Over 25 Buffaloes In East Godavari; Farmers Panic, Veterinary Teams Collect Samples

By ETV Bharat English Team
Published : September 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM IST

Tallapudi: A mysterious disease has claimed the lives of over 25 buffaloes within the last 10 days in Peddevam village of Tallapudi mandal in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. The sudden outbreak has alarmed farmers, as the village has nearly 200 buffaloes, which are the main source of income for many families.

According to villagers, the illness begins with the appearance of white, rash-like spots on the animal's necks. Within just two to three days, the buffaloes show a sharp drop in body temperature, refuse to eat or drink, become extremely weak, and eventually die. The rapid spread and high mortality have left locals worried about the safety of their livestock.

Villagers said that on September 13, veterinary teams from the Kakinada Regional Veterinary Diagnostic Institute and the Veterinary Biological Research Institute in Vijayawada visited the village. They collected samples of fodder, water, milk, and excrement for detailed lab tests. Faculty members from the veterinary college in Gannavaram also inspected the buffaloes and collected further samples for analysis on Monday.

Kovvur Veterinary Assistant Director Venkata Reddy told reporters that the cause of the disease will be confirmed only after the laboratory results arrive
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9 Buffaloes Die Of B. Coli, Leech Disease In East Godavari

Andhra Pradesh

Vadrevu Srinivas 16 September 2025 3:44 PM
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Kakinada: Buffalo farmers in Peddavam village, Tallapudi mandal, East Godavari district, are alarmed after nine buffaloes died and 15 more fell ill due to B. Coli and leech disease.

The outbreak was first noticed on August 24, when white spots appeared on the animals’ necks. Despite treatment, nine buffaloes succumbed within four days. The Animal Husbandry Department was alerted, and a medical team conducted tests, confirming B. Coli and stomach fluke in dung samples.
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https://www.deccanchronicle.com/sou...b-coli-leech-disease-in-east-godavari-1904212