Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The role of wild birds in pathogen dynamics: Ecological hotspots, surveillance strategies, and global health implications.
- Journal:
- Med (New York, N.Y.)
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Bakheet, Mohamed A & Bahl, Justin
- Affiliation:
- University of Georgia · United States
- Species:
- bird
Abstract
Wild birds spread pathogens that threaten animals and humans, acting as reservoirs and vectors. Qiu et al.analyzed 1,834 studies, identifying 760 pathogens in 1,438 bird species, including zoonotic and emerging threats. Their research highlights global hotspots, showing that migratory birds aid dispersal while resident birds drive local transmission, emphasizing the need for enhanced surveillance to mitigate zoonotic and pandemic risks.
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