Emerging Chytrid Fungal Pathogen, Batrachochytrium Dendrobatidis, in Zoo Amphibians in Thailand

Chytridiomycosis, a disease in amphibians caused by Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), has led to a population decline and extinction of frog species since 1996. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of and the need for establishing a surveillance system for monitoring chytri...

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Main Authors: Techangamsuwan Somporn, Sommanustweechai Angkana, Kamolnorranart Sumate, Siriaroonrat Boripat, Khonsue Wichase, Pirarat Nopadon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2017-12-01
Series:Acta Veterinaria
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1515/acve-2017-0042