Introduction
Avian tuberculosis is usually caused by infection with the bacterium Mycobacterium Avium. Less commonly, infection can be caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis or Mycobacterium Bovis.
There are 4 sub-species of M. Avium.
It is much more common in smaller 'backyard' flocks than in commercial farms, due to (typically) poorer biosecurity and sanitation.
Although nearly all birds can become infected with this disease, most waterfowl are relatively resistant to it, as well as...
Avian tuberculosis: Symptoms, Treatments and Prevention
Avian tuberculosis is usually caused by infection with the bacterium Mycobacterium Avium. Less commonly, infection can be caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis or Mycobacterium Bovis.
There are 4 sub-species of M. Avium.
It is much more common in smaller 'backyard' flocks than in commercial farms, due to (typically) poorer biosecurity and sanitation.
Although nearly all birds can become infected with this disease, most waterfowl are relatively resistant to it, as well as...
Avian tuberculosis: Symptoms, Treatments and Prevention
