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Pigeon Virus

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wildlifenature1 year ago•2 min saved

"Tragic End: NYC's Beloved Owl Flaco Succumbs to Rat Poison and Bird Herpes"

Flaco, the famous Eurasian eagle owl that escaped captivity and lived in New York City, was found to have fatal conditions including rat poison exposure and a pigeon virus, which would likely have killed him even if he hadn't collided with a building. The postmortem revealed severe tissue damage and inflammation in several organs due to the viral infection, as well as exposure to DDE, a breakdown product of the pesticide DDT. The combination of infectious disease, toxin exposures, and traumatic injuries ultimately led to Flaco's death, highlighting the hazards faced by wild birds, especially in an urban setting.

via The Guardian US|

#flaco #new-york-city #owl

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tragic Loss: 2-Year-Old Becomes 5th Victim of Rare Pigeon Virus"

A 2-year-old girl in Australia has died from a rare virus typically affecting pigeons, becoming the fifth known person to succumb to the illness. The toddler had recently completed chemotherapy for leukemia and experienced symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and seizures. Despite extensive testing, doctors initially found no cause for her deteriorating condition. After her death, it was discovered that she had a severe strain of avian paramyxovirus-1, which causes Newcastle disease. This case highlights the connection between leukemia treatment, infectious triggers, and neurological complications, particularly in young patients.

via New York Post |

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