A Closer Look at How Deadly Infections are Threatening Crocodile Populations
A shocking new study has found that crocodiles are more vulnerable to deadly infections than previously thought. Researchers from the University of Queensland conducted a study on a population of wild crocodiles in Australia and found that the animals are at risk of a range of deadly infections, including sarcosporidiosis, which is a potentially fatal parasitic disease. The findings are concerning, as this species is an important part of the local food chain and the health of these animals has a direct impact on the health of their environment. The researchers hope that their findings will help to protect crocodiles, and the other animals in their environment, from deadly infections.
source: Phys.org