Effect of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract (Mole) on some Reproductive Parameters of Rabbits Reared in a Semi-Humid Environment
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2017
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Global Journals Inc. (USA)
Abstract
This research was conducted at the Kwara State Teaching and Research farm
University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of
adding varying doses of Moringa oleifera leaf extract (MOLE) on some reproductive
characteristics of male rabbits reared in a semi humid environment. A total number of 24 rabbits
with an average age of 9 months and body weight of 600-800g were used in this study and
randomly divided into four equal treatments (6 rabbits each) and gavaged with 0mls (Tr1,
control), 30mls (Tr2), 60mls (Tr3) and 90 mls (Tr4) of MOLE. The sperm concentration,
percentage normal and abnormal sperm cells, testicular morphometry and serum testosterone
level were measured.