Leptospira Infection in Wild Animals

Leptospira Infection in Wild Animals

A scientific reference examining leptospirosis in wildlife and the role of wild animals in its epidemiology and transmission. It explores infection across diverse species and regions, with emphasis on wildlife reservoirs and risks to humans and domestic animals.

Key Features

• Explores leptospira infection in wild animals
• Covers the epidemiology of leptospirosis
• Examines wildlife reservoir and maintenance hosts
• Discusses major Leptospira serovars
• Covers marine mammals, rodents, and wild boar
• Examines infection in lagomorphs and wild ruminants
• Includes amphibians and reptiles
• Covers bats and non-human primates
• Discusses risks to humans and domestic animals
• Examines the role of wildlife in disease transmission
• Provides a global perspective on leptospirosis