Spatial and Temporal Evolution of Bluetongue Virus in Wild Ruminants, Spain

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  • Francisco Ruiz-Fons
  • Álvaro R. Reyes-García
  • Vicente Alcaide
  • Christian Gortázar
چکیده

We confirmed the emergence of bluetongue virus (BTV) in 5 wild ruminant species in Spain. BTV seroprevalence was high and dispersed with time, with a south-to-north gradient. Our results suggest a complex epidemiology of BTV and underline the need for additional research on wildlife in Europe.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Emerging Infectious Diseases

دوره 14  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2008