Pathology and bacteriology of adult male antarctic fur seals, Arctocephalus gazella, dying at Bird Island, South Georgia

A high mortality rate occurs in Antarctic fur seal males on the breeding beaches of Bird Island, South Georgia. The main causes of death were infections of fighting wounds and pneumonias. The bacteria involved appear to be opportunistic pathogens, predominantly various strains of streptococci.

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Publication status:
Published
Author(s):
Authors: Baker, J.R., McCann, T.S.

Date:
1 January, 1989
Journal/Source:
British Veterinary Journal / 145
Page(s):
263-275
Link to published article:
https://doi.org/10.1016/0007-1935(89)90079-1