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Three steps to minimize wildlife disease transmission via construction equipment

January 1, 2022

Aquatic wildlife can be harmed by viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites introduced into wetlands. These infectious pathogens can survive in mud, soil, vegetation, and other debris that collect on the bodies and crevices of drivable equipment. Construction and habitat restoration projects can accidentally transport pathogens from a contaminated aquatic habitat into a healthy one. These three steps can help minimize the spread of pathogens to amphibians, reptiles, and fishes.

The information provided in this fact sheet has been extracted from the publication, "Minimizing the Spread of Herpetofaunal Pathogens in Aquatic Habitats by Decontaminating Construction Equipment " (http://northeastparc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Julian-2020-Deconta…)

Publication Year 2022
Title Three steps to minimize wildlife disease transmission via construction equipment
Authors James T. Julian, Paula F. P. Henry, James M. Drasher, Susan D. Jewell, Kathy Michell, Kevin J. Oxenrider, Scott A. Smith, Michael J. Ravesi
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype Organization Series
Index ID 70232465
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Eastern Ecological Science Center
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