Published Date: 2004-11-04 23:50:00
Subject: PRO/AH/EDR> Herpesvirus, dolphins - USA (FL)
Archive Number: 20041104.2983

HERPESVIRUS, DOLPHINS - USA (FLORIDA)
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Date: 4 Nov 2004
From: Chris Griot <Christian.Griot@ivi.admin.ch>
Source: First Coast News [edited]
<http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/florida/news-article.aspx?storyid=3D26=858>

Scientists at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution say they have
discovered a new virus in wild dolphins in the Indian River Lagoon. 4
dolphins had tumors that had never been seen in wild populations.
Scientists say they might have a strain of a herpesvirus.
The animals were analyzed as part of a 5-year health assessment study.
Scientists are comparing dolphins in the lagoon with other wild and captive
populations.
The Indian River team has found skin fungus, gastric inflammation, and
other health problems in the dolphins. One scientist says the [poor] health
of the ecosystem may be to blame for the illnesses.
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[Indeed, it would seem worthwhile to examine the ecosystem and possible
toxins and pollutants, with so many different ailments affecting dolphins
in that area. - Mod.TG]

See Also

2003
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Skin infections, CA-MRSA, marine origin - USA (FL) (02) 20031028.2689
2001
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Paramyxoviruses, emergent, relationships 20010719.1404
2000
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Dolphin mortality - USA (Florida) 20000104.0004
1996
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Manatee deaths - Florida, USA (5) 19960411.0683
1994
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Morbilliform viruses 19941128.0112
Morbilliviruses, animal 19940913.0013
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