An outbreak of botulism in wild waterbirds in southern Australia.
An outbreak of Type C botulism in waterbirds was investigated at Lake Lalbert in northwestern Victoria, Australia. Total losses were estimated at 1,500 birds, with 80% of affected birds being grey teal (Anas gibberifrons). The outbreak was associated with a falling water level, and extensive decomposition of plant material.
D000818:Animals; D000835:Animals, Wild; D001315:Australia; D001715:Bird Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D001717:Birds; D001906:Botulism / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000662:veterinary*; D004196:Disease Outbreaks / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000662:veterinary*; D051379:Mice