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Vibrio vulnificus in aquariums is a novel threat to marine mammals and public health.
Transboundary and emerging diseases - 1 Dec 2018
Li Meng, Zhao Lin, Ma Jiajun, Zhao Na, Luo Jing, Wang Chengmin, Chen Lin, Ma Guoyao, Wang Yutian, He Hongxuan
Abstract excerpt
Vibrio vulnificus is a Gram-negative, curved, obligate halophilic marine bacterium that exclusively exists in coastal seawaters. Previous studies revealed that V. vulnificus is one of the most dangerous foodborne zoonotic pathogens for human beings. However, it remains unknown whether marine mammals can be infected by V. vulnificus. In May 2016, a captive spotted seal (Phoca largha) died due to septicemia induced...
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