Bioaccumulation of Pathogen Exposure in Top Predators

摘要: Predator–prey interactions present heightened opportunities for pathogen spillover, as predators are at risk of exposure to infectious agents harbored by prey. Epizootics with high morbidity and mortality have been recorded following prey-to-predator spillover events, which had significant conservation implications sensitive species. Using felids a detailed case study, we documented both virulent clinically silent infections in apex transfer microbes from We draw on these examples others examine the mechanisms that determine frequency outcome predator prey-based pathogens. propose predator–prey dynamics should be more thoroughly considered empirical research disease dynamic modeling approaches order reveal answers outstanding questions relating bioaccumulation.