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Veterinary Sciences
Clara Marin, Barbara Martin-Maldonado, Marta Cerda-Cuellar, Sandra Sevilla-Navarro, Laura Lorenzo-Rebenaque, Laura Montoro-Dasi, Alicia Manzanares, Teresa Ayats, Aida Mencia-Gutierrez, Jaume Jorda, Fernando Gonzalez, Carlos Rojo-Solis, Carlos Barros, Daniel Garcia-Parraga, Santiago Vega
Summary: This study assessed the occurrence of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella strains in chelonians admitted to zoological institutions in Spain. The results showed that 19% of the sampled chelonians were positive for Salmonella, with 69% of the isolates being resistant and 34% being multidrug-resistant. Genetic analysis revealed a low genetic diversity among these strains.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Johan Espunyes, Lucia Illera, Andrea Dias-Alves, Lourdes Lobato, Maria Puig Ribas, Alicia Manzanares, Teresa Ayats, Ignasi Marco, Marta Cerda-Cuellar
Summary: This study assessed the occurrence and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) of Salmonella spp. and Campylobacter spp. in Eurasian griffon vultures in north-eastern Spain. The results showed that these wild birds carry widespread AMR zoonotic Salmonella and Campylobacter. Further research is needed to understand the potential risk of transmission to humans.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. W. Aleri, S. Sahibzada, A. Harb, A. D. Fisher, F. K. Waichigo, T. Lee, I. D. Robertson, S. Abraham
Summary: This study investigated the molecular epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella in dairy cows in Australia. The findings revealed a high prevalence, multiple resistance, and different sources of spread for Salmonella. The study results provide important insights into the antimicrobial resistance in dairy cow herds in Australia.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Paolo Pastorino, Silvia Colussi, Katia Varello, Arianna Meletiadis, Silvia Alberti, Alessia Di Blasio, Giovanni Tedde, Mattia Begovoeva, Andrea Peano, Luca Rossi, Monia Renzi, Pier Luigi Acutis, Damia Barcelo, Marino Prearo
Summary: Unusual mortality events of frogs occurred in two high-mountain ponds in Italy. Analysis of water and frog samples revealed a correlation between the isolation of bacteria and frog mortalities, which was likely caused by high water temperatures.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Roland A. Knapp, Maxwell B. Joseph, Thomas C. Smith, Ericka E. Hegeman, Vance T. Vredenburg, James E. Erdman, Daniel M. Boiano, Andrea J. Jani, Cheryl J. Briggs
Summary: In this study, antifungal treatment experiments were conducted in wild populations of the endangered mountain yellow-legged frog. The results showed that early life stages had a weaker immune response against the chytrid fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) compared to adults. Although the antifungal treatment reduced Bd load and increased frog survival, it did not lead to long-term changes in frog-Bd dynamics and population persistence.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kevin J. Cummings, Julie D. Siler, Laura B. Goodman, Sara E. Childs-Sanford
Summary: In September 2020, multidrug-resistant ST198 Salmonella Kentucky was isolated from an American black bear in central New York. Between April and July 2021, the same strain was also found in seven other wildlife patients and multiple hospital environmental locations, suggesting nosocomial transmission. The outbreak was resolved by enhancing environmental disinfection protocols and biosecurity measures at the hospital, with no known cases or positive environmental samples after July 2021.
ZOONOSES AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jonathan J. Lopez-Islas, Estela T. Mendez-Olvera, Daniel Martinez-Gomez, Andres M. Lopez-Perez, Libertad Orozco, Gerardo Suzan, Carlos Eslava
Summary: Emerging diseases pose a constant challenge in public health, and wild carnivores can be carriers of atypical strains of pathogenic microorganisms, highlighting the importance of natural environments in studying emerging diseases.
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Engineering, Environmental
Evelyn M. Barragan, Tyler D. Hoskins, Elizabeth B. Allmon, Jessica L. Mcquigg, Matthew T. Hamilton, Erin N. Christian, Grace S. M. Coogan, Catherine L. Searle, Youn Jeong Choi, Linda S. Lee, Jason T. Hoverman, Maria S. Sepulveda
Summary: This study investigated the effects of legacy polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on the growth and development of grey treefrog tadpoles, as well as their interaction with the fungal pathogen Batrachocytrium dendrobatidis (Bd). The results showed that even though PFAS exposure only occurred during the larval stage, it had persistent effects on post-metamorphosis growth. Furthermore, PFAS interacted with Bd exposure to influence growth. Further research on the interaction between PFAS and environmentally relevant pathogens is needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jennah Green, Jan Schmidt-Burbach, Angie Elwin
Summary: Wildlife farming is a trade practice aimed at meeting global demand for wildlife products. However, it raises concerns about animal welfare, public health, and biodiversity conservation. A study found at least 487 farmed wildlife species, with 34% considered threatened and 62% listed under CITES. Commercial breeding operations exist in 90 countries worldwide, suggesting the actual number of farmed wildlife is likely higher than reported.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Thuy Thu Pham, Hong Thi Kim Tang, Nuong Thi Kieu Nguyen, Phuong Hai Dang, Anh Thi Van Nguyen, Anh Thi Thuy Nguyen, Hoa Ngoc My Tran, Long Tuan Hoang, Duyen Nhat Lam Tran, Quang Nhat Nguyen
Summary: This paper explores the impacts of COVID-19 on wildlife farms and their owners in Vietnam, with a focus on the Ba Ria Vung Tau and Binh Duong provinces. The study reveals that the pandemic has led to a decline in the number of wildlife farms and farmed animals, as well as difficulties accessing markets due to travel restrictions. However, wildlife-related income represents a small portion of households' overall income, and most households plan to expand their wildlife farms post-pandemic due to a perceived stable domestic market and high prices for wildlife products. The study also identifies opportunities for sustainable wildlife farming practices, but challenges such as an unclear policy framework and limited knowledge among farm owners remain.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
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Ecology
Taqumori R. Miyu, Masashi Soga, Yoko Saito, Maldwyn J. Evans, Raita Kobayashi, Kunio Sekiya, Akio Tanikawa, Tadashi Miyashita, Kaoru T. Yoshida
Summary: The Sado wrinkled frog (Glandirana susurra) shows a strong genetic structure on Sado Island, with three genetically distinct groups identified. The eastern and western groups have lower genetic diversity compared to the central group, which exhibits recent bottleneck events. Conservation recommendations include treating the three groups as separate units, increasing population sizes in the eastern and western groups, and improving gene flow among local populations in the central part of the island.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Joachim Otte, Ugo Pica-Ciamarra
Summary: This paper compares the relative frequency and characteristics of zoonotic disease emergence associated with food animals versus other animal sources, highlighting the neglect of food animals in policies and investments for the prevention and control of Emerging Infectious Zoonotic Diseases.
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Environmental Sciences
Kurt A. Gust, Karl J. Indest, Guilherme Lotufo, Steven J. Everman, Carina M. Jung, Mark L. Ballentine, Allison V. Hoke, Bintu Sowe, Aarti Gautam, Rasha Hammamieh, Qing Ji, Natalie D. Barker
Summary: The study suggests that munition exposure can alter tadpole skin microbiome composition and affect the transcriptional profiles in the amphibian host, potentially impacting the host's health and immune status. The findings indicate direct effects of munitions exposure on the skin microbiome, as well as possible indirect effects on microbial flora. The research highlights the importance of understanding the potential impacts of munition exposure on amphibian health and disease resistance.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gaia Casalino, Adriana Bellati, Nicola Pugliese, Antonio Camarda, Simona Faleo, Roberto Lombardi, Gilda Occhiochiuso, Francesco D'Onghia, Elena Circella
Summary: This study investigated the occurrence of non-typhoidal Salmonella among terrestrial turtles housed in a wildlife rescue centre in Southern Italy. It found a significantly higher distribution of Salmonella in Testudo hermanni hermanni and identified different types of Salmonella in specimens of this species, which may pose a potential risk for public health.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Roberto Cogoni, Milos Di Gregorio, Fabio Cianferoni, Enrico Lunghi
Summary: This study conducted the first monitoring activities on the endangered Sette Fratelli cave salamander Speleomantes sarrabusensis in Europe. It estimated the abundance of four populations of S. sarrabusensis, providing crucial data for future status assessments of the species.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Nguyen T. B. Van, Nguyen V. Cuong, Nguyen T. P. Yen, Nguyen T. H. Nhi, Bach Tuan Kiet, Nguyen V. Hoang, Vo B. Hien, Guy Thwaites, Juan J. Carrique-Mas, Alexis Ribas
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2020)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Olga Calatayud, Fernando Esperon, Roser Velarde, Alvaro Oleaga, Luis Llaneza, Alexis Ribas, Nieves Negre, Ana de la Torre, Alejandro Rodriguez, Javier Millan
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2020)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Papa Mbagnick Diagne, Alexis Ribasz, Srisupaph Poonlaphdecha, Jordi Miquel
Article
Parasitology
Alexis Ribas, Konstans Wells, Serge Morand, Kittipong Chaisiri, Takeshi Agatsuma, Maklarin B. Lakim, Fred Y. Yuh Tuh, Weerachai Saijuntha
PARASITOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2020)
Article
Parasitology
Yossapong Paladsing, Kittiyaporn Boonsri, Wipanont Saesim, Bangon Changsap, Urusa Thaenkham, Nathamon Kosoltanapiwat, Piengchan Sonthayanon, Alexis Ribas, Serge Morand, Kittipong Chaisiri
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Biology
Jan Petruzela, Alexis Ribas, Joelle Gouy de Bellocq
Summary: The study sequenced the mitogenomes of whipworms from seven rodent hosts, revealing their organizational structure and genome composition. Phylogenetic analysis showed that geographic location influences the clustering of whipworm species, with T. mastomysi in East Africa capable of infecting multiple closely related rodent hosts.
Article
Parasitology
Lakhanawan Charoensuk, Alexis Ribas, Kacha Chedtabud, Suksanti Prakobwong
Summary: The study found a high prevalence of Opisthorchis viverrini metacercariae in cyprinid fish in Northeast Thailand, as well as a widespread infection among fish consumers in markets. Despite active programs aimed at reducing O. viverrini infection, the parasite continues to spread through markets.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jordi Miquel, Alexis Ribas, Roman Pino-Vera, Elena Izquierdo-Rodriguez, Natalia Martin-Carrillo, Carlos Feliu, Pilar Foronda
Summary: A redescription of the rictulariid nematode Pterygodermatites (Pterygodermatites) plagiostoma is made, including the first data on male specimens. The study reveals clear differences between P. (P.) plagiostoma and related species of the subgenus P. (Pterygodermatites).
Article
Microbiology
Maria Magdalena Alcover, Vicenc Rocamora, Alexis Ribas, Roser Fisa, Cristina Riera
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the underestimation of cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) in a Mediterranean region. A retrospective study on diagnosed and treated CL cases revealed a clear sub-notification, indicating that the actual incidence of human CL in the area is unknown.
Article
Ecology
Ignasi Torre, Alexis Ribas, Roger Puig-Girones
Summary: Wildfires change ecosystems and affect small mammal communities. Alternative management strategies may help restore the ecosystem. The study found that different post-fire treatments can increase small mammal abundance and species density.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jordi Miquel, Natalia Martin-Carrillo, Alexis Ribas, Santiago Sanchez-Vicente, Carlos Feliu, Pilar Foronda
Summary: A new spirurid nematode, Protospirura canariensis n. sp., was described as a parasite of the black rat Rattus rattus in El Hierro Island, Spain. The distinguishing characteristics of P. canariensis n. sp. from other Protospirura species include the number of tooth-like outgrowths in the pseudolabia, the size and arrangement of male spicules, and the number and arrangement of cloacal papillae. Molecular phylogenetic analysis was conducted on the new species and compared with related species.
Article
Parasitology
Bram Vanden Broecke, Pamela Jones June Tafompa, Baraka Edson Mwamundela, Lisse Bernaerts, Alexis Ribas, Ladslaus L. Mnyone, Herwig Leirs, Joachim Marien
Summary: Advances in experimental and theoretical work suggest that parasite interactions within a single host can affect wildlife disease spread and severity. However, empirical data to support co-infection patterns are limited due to practical challenges and parasite transmission randomness. In this study, co-infection patterns between micro- (bacteria and protozoa) and macroparasites (gastrointestinal helminths) in a population of multimammate mice were investigated in Tanzania. The results showed that the infection probability of Bartonella increased with host age, while the infection probability of Anaplasma peaked in adulthood. Limited support was found for within-host interactions between micro- and macroparasites.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Thanit Nonsrirach, Serge Morand, Alexis Ribas, Sita Manitkoon, Komsorn Lauprasert, Julien Claude
Summary: This study investigates ancient parasites in terrestrial vertebrate hosts from the Late Triassic in Asia, providing new insights into parasite-host interactions during the Mesozoic era.
Article
Parasitology
Jordi Miquel, Natalia Martin-Carrillo, Alexis Ribas, Santiago Sanchez-Vicente, Carlos Feliu, Pilar Foronda
Summary: A new species of the rictulariid nematode Pterygodermatites (Mesopectines) valladaresi n. sp. is described, which parasitizes the house mouse Mus musculus in the Canary Islands. The identification and differentiation of the new species from other species in the subgenus are based on morphological characteristics, parasitized hosts, and geographical distribution.
