Biological and genomic characteristics of chicken-derived Riemerella anatipestifer in China

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Introduction Riemerella anatipestifer (R. anatipestifer) is a significant bacterial pathogen responsible for serositis, perihepatitis, and encephalitis in waterfowl. Although infections have been extensively reported in ducks, geese, and turkeys, cases in chickens are rarely documented. However, recent evidence indicates that it has emerged as a growing threat to chickens in China in recent years. Methods In this...