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Snake Fungal Disease

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A juvenile Broad-banded Watersnake that tested positive for snake fungal disease (SFD) exhibiting ulceration of the skin.

Snake Fungal Disease

Snake fungal disease is an infectious disease confirmed in numerous species of snakes caused by the fungus Ophidiomyces ophidiicola.
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Biological Threats and Invasive Species Research Program, National Wildlife Health Center
Snake Fungal Disease

Snake Fungal Disease

Snake fungal disease is an infectious disease confirmed in numerous species of snakes caused by the fungus Ophidiomyces ophidiicola.
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