Description of Babesia coryicola sp. nov. from Florida pumas (Puma concolor coryi) from southern Florida, USA [PDF]
International Journal for Parasitology: Parasites and WildlifePreviously, a high prevalence of piroplasms has been reported from Florida pumas (Puma concolor coryi) from southern Florida. In the current study, we describe the biological characteristics of a novel Babesia species in Florida pumas.
, Michael J Yabsley
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High prevalence of Trichinella pseudospiralis in Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi) [PDF]
Parasites & Vectors, 2015 Background Parasites of the genus Trichinella are zoonotic nematodes common in carnivores throughout the world. We determined the prevalence and species of Trichinella infections in Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi).
Mason V Reichard +9 more
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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus and Puma Lentivirus in Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi): Epidemiology and Diagnostic Issues [PDF]
Veterinary Research Communications, 2006 This study documents the seroprevalence of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and puma lentivirus (PLV) in free-ranging and captive Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi) (n = 51) and translocated Texas cougars (P. concolor stanleyana) (n = 10) from 1985 to 1998. The sera were tested for anti-FIV antibodies by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
David S Rotstein
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A Bayesian network approach to refining ecological risk assessments: Mercury and the Florida panther (<i>Puma concolor coryi</i>). [PDF]
Ecol Modell, 2020 Traditionally hazard quotients (HQs) have been computed for ecological risk assessment, often without quantifying the underlying uncertainties in the risk estimate. We demonstrate a Bayesian network approach to quantitatively assess uncertainties in HQs using a retrospective case study of dietary mercury (Hg) risks to Florida panthers (Puma concolor ...
Carriger JF, Barron MG.
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Seasonal changes in network connectivity and consequences for pathogen transmission in a solitary carnivore [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2023 Seasonal variation in habitat use and animal behavior can alter host contact patterns with potential consequences for pathogen transmission dynamics.
Marie L. J. Gilbertson +6 more
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Global Ecology and Conservation, 2021 Breeding Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi) are currently restricted to a small area in southwest Florida south of the Caloosahatchee River. Expansion of their range and numbers is necessary for long-term survival and recovery.
Robert A. Frakes, Marilyn L. Knight
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Multiple Introductions of Domestic Cat Feline Leukemia Virus in Endangered Florida Panthers [PDF]
Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2019 The endangered Florida panther (Puma concolor coryi) had an outbreak of infection with feline leukemia virus (FeLV) in the early 2000s that resulted in the deaths of 3 animals.
Elliott S. Chiu +5 more
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Multi-generational benefits of genetic rescue [PDF]
Scientific ReportsGenetic rescue—an increase in population fitness following the introduction of new alleles—has been proven to ameliorate inbreeding depression in small, isolated populations, yet is rarely applied as a conservation tool.
Dave P. Onorato +13 more
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Design and Application of a Genome-Wide SNP Array to Improve Conservation Outcomes in the Critically Endangered Southern Corroboree Frog. [PDF]
Mol Ecol ResourABSTRACT Species‐specific genomic information has the potential to transform modern conservation management strategies through improved genomic assessment and management outcomes. Gaining genomic insights into genetic diversity, adaptability and potential resilience against infectious diseases is essential to enhance conservation efforts for threatened
Davidson MJ +5 more
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Genetic Rescue of the Dinaric Lynx Population: Insights for Conservation From Genetic Monitoring and Individual-Based Modelling. [PDF]
Evol ApplABSTRACT Inbreeding depression poses a severe threat to small populations, leading to the fixation of deleterious mutations and decreased survival probability. While the establishment of natural gene flow between populations is an ideal long‐term solution, its practical implementation is often challenging.
Pazhenkova E +20 more
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