JOURNAL ARTICLE

Scientists in Antarctica track 'baffling' virus that could decimate penguins and other polar animals.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Stokstad, Erik 3 of 3

Abstract

Scientists in Antarctica are tracking a deadly virus, known as clade 2.3.4.4b of the H5N1 subtype, that has been devastating wildlife populations around the world. The virus, which has killed hundreds of thousands of seabirds and marine mammals in Peru and Chile, has now reached Antarctica. Researchers are concerned that the virus will spread among densely breeding seabirds, particularly penguins, and cause further die-offs. The virus has already prompted changes in behavior for Antarctic researchers and tour operators, and there are concerns about the potential for the virus to spread to other continents. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2024/03, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geography and Cartography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:176127102
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