Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Umatilla Virus in Zoo-Dwelling Cape Penguins with Hepatitis, Germany.
- Journal:
- Emerging infectious diseases
- Year:
- 2024
- Authors:
- Mirolo, Monica et al.
- Species:
- bird
Abstract
Analysis of liver tissue from a Cape penguin that died with hepatitis at a zoo in Germany revealed Umatilla virus. Testing uncovered Umatilla virus RNA in samples from 2 other deceased Cape penguins at the zoo. Our results expand knowledge of the prevalence of this virus in bird species across Germany.
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