We review recent research on the pathology, ecology, and biogeography of two emerging infectious wildlife diseases, chytridiomycosis and ranaviral disease, in the context of host-parasite population biology. We examine the role of these diseases in the global decline of amphibian populations and propose hypotheses for the origins and impact of these panzootics. Finally, we discuss emerging infectious diseases as a global threat to wildlife populations.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Title | Emerging infectious diseases of wildlife: role in amphibian population declines and global implications |
| Authors | P. Daszak, Lee Berger, A.A. Cunningham, A.D. Hyatt, D. E. Green, R. Speare |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
| Index ID | 1003924 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | National Wildlife Health Center |