Open AccessBaylisascaris procyonis
Author(s) -
Miranda J. Sadar
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
wildlife rehabilitation bulletin
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2769-6960
pISSN - 1535-2242
DOI - 10.53607/wrb.v34.91
Subject(s) - wildlife , asymptomatic , parasite hosting , zoology , zoonotic disease , environmental health , biology , geography , psychology , veterinary medicine , ecology , disease , medicine , pathology , computer science , world wide web
Baylisascaris procyonis or raccoon roundworm is present in over 90 percent of raccoons in some North American populations. While asymptomatic in raccoons, this parasite may affect other wildlife, domestic animals, and humans and has devastating health implications. This article provides information on B. procyonis and is intended to educate both wildlife rehabilitators and the public about potential risks associated with this disease.