Insect-catching belt for the control of dermatobiasis in bovine animals

Abstract

The invention relates to an insect-catching belt for the control of dermatobiasis in bovine animals, comprising a main belt (1) made of textile material, with an adequate width and sufficient length to encircle the thorax of an adult bovine animal. Two pieces of velcro (2), located at both ends of the main belt, to make it self-adjustable to fit any adult bovine animal. A wider area (3) made of the same material as the belt, located towards the front of the main belt (1). A wire strip (4) placed internally at the front end of the wider area (3) to fit the back of the bovine animal. Four corner elements (5), located at equal distances, only on the left side of the wider area of the belt. These corner elements (5) hold the dark-coloured card (6), allowing for easy exchange thereof. The dark-coloured card (6) is interchangeable and of a suitable size for the wider area, and is secured perfectly with the four corner elements (5). Each dark-coloured card (6) will contain an adhesive insecticide (7) on its exposed surface.

Description

[0001] INSECT CAPTURING BELT FOR THE CONTROL OF DERMATOBIASIS IN CATTLE

[0002] TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003]

[0001] The present invention is framed within the technical field of veterinary medicine, more specifically, to devices for the control of diseases caused by external parasites in domestic animals.

[0004] STATE OF THE ART

[0005]

[0002] Currently, it is known that cattle in the Piura highlands suffer from a parasitic disease called dermatobiasis or tupe, caused by the larvae of the fly Dermatobia hominis, which develop in the animals' skin, perforating it. Dermatobia hominis does not lay its eggs directly on the cattle's skin, but rather uses various dipterans (mosquitoes and flies) to transport the eggs attached to them. The larvae are released upon contact with the skin when these dipterans (phoretic vectors) land on the animals to feed.

[0006]

[0003] In the field of patents, patent CN114381229 is known, which describes an environmentally friendly PLGA (poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)) glue for trapping flies and a method for preparing the PLGA glue. The glue is colloidal at room temperature, has a relatively high viscosity, and attracts flies. PLGA is safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable. It achieves excellent adhesion while effectively attracting flies and mosquitoes.

[0007]

[0004] Also known from document RU2711401, which describes the use of a trap insecticide composition for houseflies. The invention provides a prolonged and irreversible insecticidal effect and also allows for a reduction in the chemical load on livestock.

[0005] These two inventions describe insect traps that can be placed on inert surfaces in facilities where there is a high presence of flying insects; however, they are not designed to be placed on animals.

[0008]

[0006] On the other hand, US patent 20170006826 describes a device for applying insecticides or medications, consisting of an apparatus that periodically administers medication in a predetermined dose. A dispenser sprays medication directionally and topically onto the withers of the cattle. The apparatus also tracks the position and orientation of the cattle as an indication of whether the medication is effective. A solar cell provides renewable energy for the apparatus.

[0009]

[0007] Also known is patent ES2566577, which describes a multi-component antiparasitic collar for livestock, with a broad-spectrum insecticidal and acaricidal effect for all types of livestock. It repels flies and mosquitoes, which are the vectors of most parasites. This multi-component collar progressively releases, according to a predetermined release profile for each animal, the various chemical components of the antiparasitic active ingredients from its porous plastic mesh. These components disperse throughout the animal's skin tissue, providing an antiparasitic effect by contact, or are absorbed through the skin for a systemic antiparasitic effect, protecting the animal against parasites without its properties being altered by water or humidity.

[0010]

[0008] Invention US5074252 describes a refillable insecticide dispenser that provides a controlled release of an insecticide composition. The insecticide is applied to the bodies of cows and other domestic animals when they turn or shake their heads. The dispensing chamber is located in a full collar or forehead band, or an ear tag or similar.

[0011]

[0009] These three inventions describe devices that are placed on animals, such as vests, collars, or forehead bands, and that release insecticides into them. These insecticides act topically or systemically, and some are repellents. While the use of contact insecticides in animals contributes to the control of parasitic diseases, it also prevents the use of their products, such as milk or meat, due to the presence of residues of these drugs.

[0012]

[0010] Furthermore, patent document US6499438B1 describes a fly guard for livestock comprising a rectangular sheet of fabric, a front fastening means, a rear fastening means, a plurality of fastening means, and a sealing means. The fly guard may also include leg covers. The fly guard may be made of an elastic or polymeric fabric material, and the material may be porous.

[0013]

[0011] In this sense, it is clear that there is an unmet need for a livestock fly protector that covers part of the animal's body and protects against insects, without causing discomfort to the animal.

[0014] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015]

[0012] As a solution to the aforementioned problems, the present invention was developed: an insect-trapping belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle. It comprises a main belt (1), made of textile material, of suitable width and sufficient length to encircle the thorax of an adult bovine. Two Velcro fasteners (2), located at both ends of the main belt (1), allow it to be self-adjusting to the size of any adult bovine. A wider area (3), made of the same material as the belt, is located in front of the main belt (1) and is secured to the animal's back with a wire strap (4) located internally in the front seam. Four corner pieces (5), equidistant from each other, are located only on the left side of the wider area of ​​the belt (3). These corner pieces (5) hold a dark-colored card (6), allowing for its easy replacement.The dark-colored card (6) is interchangeable, sized appropriately for the wider area (3), and will fit securely with the four corner pieces (5). Each dark-colored card (6) will contain an insect-repellent substance (7) on its exposed surface.

[0016]

[0013] The present invention provides an improvement on the prior art since the anatomical location of the invention (belt) does not cause discomfort to the animal nor interfere with its normal behavior; the belt (1) will provide a surface on the animal to place an insect-repellent substance (7) that is normally placed in fixed locations or installations; the belt (1) is a long-lasting piece of equipment where only the dark-colored cards (6) containing the insect-repellent substance (7) will be changed; the substance will not come into contact with the bovine's skin, thus avoiding the presence of possible chemical residues in products such as milk or meat; the location and color of the cards, instead of repelling the insects, will concentrate them in a strategic area (left shoulder), trapping them (sticking them) without being able to complete the transport of the eggs and the release of the larvae that cause dermatobiasis or thrush.

[0017]

[0014] The dark colored cards (6), being interchangeable, also serve as information collection instruments to further investigate the insects (phoretic vectors) that carry the eggs of Dermatobia hominis.

[0018] DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0019]

[0015] Figure 1 shows a top view of the insect-capturing belt (1) for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle, in its extended form.

[0016] Figure 2 shows a left side view of the insect-capturing belt (1) for the control of dermatobiasis, placed on an adult bovine.

[0020]

[0017] The figures accompanying this descriptive report contain numerical references to the elements that make up the invention and which correspond to the following:

[0021] (1) Main belt;

[0022] (2) Sailboat or stick stick;

[0023] (3) Wide area of ​​the sash;

[0024] (4) Wire tape (internal);

[0025] (5) Corner pieces;

[0026] (6) Dark-colored card; and

[0027] (7) Insect-adhering substance.

[0028] EXAMPLE OF THE BEST WAY TO CARRY OUT THE INVENTION

[0029] Example 1

[0030]

[0018] As a solution to the aforementioned problems, the present invention was developed: an insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle. It comprises a main belt (1), made of textile material, of suitable width and sufficient length to encircle the thorax of an adult bovine. The belt's placement (1) is strategic because it does not undergo significant length variation, as it rests over the ribs, which do not contract during the animal's respiration. Two Velcro fasteners (2) are located at both ends of the main belt (1) to make it self-adjusting to the size of any adult bovine. It is suggested that the invention be used on adult animals, as they are the most susceptible to infestation by dipteran vectors of the larvae of the human fly Dermatobia hominis.A wider area (3) of the same material as the belt is located in front of the main belt (1), at the front end of which there is an internal wire strip (4) to conform to the animal's back. This increased width (3) and the wire strip (4) will give greater stability to the belt (1) and will serve as a resting surface for the dark-colored card (6). Four corner pieces.

[0031] (5), located equidistantly, only on the left side of the wider area (3) of the band (1). These corner pieces (5) will hold the dark-colored card.

[0032] (6), allowing for easy replacement. Its placement on the left side is strategic because it is the area with the highest concentration of nodules in cattle naturally infested with dermatobiasis. The dark-colored card (6) is interchangeable and appropriately sized to fit the wider area (3) and will be securely fastened with the four corner pieces (5). Each dark-colored card (6) will have an adhesive substance (7) on its exposed side to attract insects when they land on it. The card (6) is dark in color because dipterans have been shown to be attracted to dark skin tones in cattle.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. An insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle characterized in that it comprises a main belt (1) having at both ends Velcro or hook and loop fasteners (2) to make it self-adjusting to the size of any adult bovine; a wide area (3) of the belt (1); an (internal) wire tape (4); about four corner pieces (5); a dark-colored card (6) and an insect-adhering substance (7).

2. The insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the material of the main belt (1) is made of textile material.

3. The insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the main belt (1) has the widest area (3) of the same material, located at the front, to give greater stability to the belt and serve as a resting surface for the dark-colored card (6).

4. The insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the wire strip (4) is located in the front part of the greater width (3) of the main inner belt (1), which will mold to the anatomical surface of the animal's back.

5. The insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the four corner pieces (5) are located equidistantly, to hold the dark-colored card (6); and are located in the wider area, only on the left side.

6. An insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the corner pieces (5) will perfectly hold the interchangeable dark-colored card (6), of the appropriate size for the wider area (3). An insect-capturing belt for the control of dermatobiasis in cattle according to claim 1, characterized in that the dark-colored card (6) contains the insect-adhering substance (7) on its exposed surface.

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