Puncture-ejection of own egg by Least Bell's Vireo and potential implications for anti-parasitism defense
January 1, 2005
A simple, papillary cystic adenocarcinoma of the mammary gland with metastases to the internal iliac and mesenteric lymph nodes, liver, and spleen was observed in a 12 to 13 year old female black-footed ferret (Mustela nigripes). Histologically, the tumor was aggressive, and lymphatic invasion was found. Attempts at virus isolation were negative. Other findings were bilateral infarcts in the kidneys, apparently resulting in acute renal shutdown and death, multiple thrombi in the right atrium, aortic arteriosclerosis, and focal interstitial pneumonia.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2005 |
---|---|
Title | Puncture-ejection of own egg by Least Bell's Vireo and potential implications for anti-parasitism defense |
Authors | Bryan L. Sharp, Bonnie L. Peterson, Barbara E. Kus |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Western Birds |
Index ID | 1008378 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Western Ecological Research Center |