Unveiling hidden threats: Molecular surveillance of bacterial and protozoan infections in Asian water monitors (Varanus salvator) at Thailand’s Khao-zon Wildlife Breeding Station

Unveiling hidden threats: Molecular surveillance of bacterial and protozoan infections in Asian water monitors (Varanus salvator) at Thailand’s Khao-zon Wildlife Breeding Station

Asian water monitors (Varanus salvator) are often exposed to harmful microorganisms such as species of Hepatozoon, Anaplasma, Rickettsia, and Borrelia. These pathogens pose significant risks to wildlife and public health. In this study, we aimed to investigate the presence and genetic diversity of p...

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Main Authors: Witchuta Junsiri, Jitkamol Thanasak, Tawewan Issarankura Na Ayudhaya, Somjit Chaiwattanarungruengpaisan, Piyanan Taweethavonsawat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-01-01
Series:Current Research in Parasitology and Vector-Borne Diseases
Subjects:
Asian water monitor
Blood parasites
Phylogenetic analysis
Thailand
Varanus salvator
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667114X2500010X
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