A deadly fungus causing sporotrichosis in cats, potentially fatal and transmissible to humans, is now found in wild animals across South America. Researchers detected its DNA in mammals, birds, and reptiles killed on Brazilian roads, suggesting a new reservoir and urgent need for surveillance.
A new study reveals a deadly fungus causing sporotrichosis in cats is now found in wild animals across South America, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. This discovery highlights a potential new reservoir for the fungus, raising concerns for both animal and human health and emphasizing the need for better disease surveillance.
A report from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew highlights how AI and digitisation are accelerating the identification and conservation of plant and fungi species, offering a crucial tool in the fight against extinction. Despite significant progress, vast numbers of species remain unanalysed, with climate change impacting flowering times and disrupting ecosystems.
A newly discovered 'killer fungus' in the UK, named moss die-back, targets and destroys the invasive heath-star moss, offering hope for restoring native habitats decimated by the aggressive plant species.
A newly discovered 'killer fungus' in the UK targets the invasive heath-star moss, offering hope for restoring native habitats decimated by the aggressive plant species.
