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Aspergillosis

Authors: Manktelow BW, Christensen NH, Lohr JE, Wilks CE
Publication: Avian Veterinary Handbook, pp 50, Jan 1998
Publisher: New Zealand Veterinary Association

Animal type: Avian
Article class: Book Chapter
Abstract: Aspergillosis usually occurs as an acute fatal respiratory disease of young birds characterised by the presence of miliary nodules in the lungs, and fungal growth on the airsacs. If the spore penetrate the ethmoid region a nervous condition results. Can be a problem in zoological garden collections, e.g. penguins.
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