Can Worms be Dangerous?
Worms, especially ones that are parasitic can be dangerous for many types of animals. A parasite is a living organism that feeds off of the blood of another living organism. The parasite may live on the outside or the inside of another animal or plant also using it as a shelter. Parasites are typically harmful and will negatively impact the health of the host. The most common parasites you may think of for humans include ticks, lice and parasites transmitted by mosquitoes.
Is Rabies Really Real?
Rabies is a zoonotic disease that spreads via saliva of an infected mammal and attacks the brain. This disease is always fatal without treatment. In the U.S. raccoons, skunks, bats and foxes are the most common transmitters but any mammal is capable of transmitting rabies.
The Return of the Mosquitoes
While we can all agree that mosquitoes are a nuisance, they can cause quite a few problems for both people and animals including the spread of diseases.
Zoonotic Diseases: Widlife Diseases that really Bite
Wildlife, while often charming and fascinating, can pose significant health risks. Zoonotic diseases are illnesses transmitted between animals and humans and are a concerning reality when you come in contact with these animals, their den sites, or their feces as these diseases can be spread through various means, including bites, scratches, contact with bodily fluids, […]