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[Herpes virus isolated from pigeons (author's transl)]
Annales De Recherches Veterinaires. Annals of Veterinary Research
|January 1, 1975
Summary
A novel herpesvirus causing infectious coryza in pigeons has been identified. This pigeon herpesvirus causes characteristic lesions and is pathogenic in avian species.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Avian Pathology
Context:
- Infectious coryza is a common respiratory disease in pigeons.
- Viral agents are often implicated in complex respiratory syndromes.
Purpose:
- To isolate and characterize a virus associated with infectious coryza in pigeons.
- To determine the etiological agent responsible for observed clinical signs and lesions.
Summary:
- A virus was isolated from pigeons exhibiting infectious coryza symptoms.
- The virus induced pocks and necrosis in embryonated eggs and a characteristic cytopathic effect in cell culture.
- Electron microscopy confirmed the virus as a herpesvirus, sensitive to chloroform.
- Pathogenicity studies showed the virus caused laryngeal and liver lesions in pigeons.
Impact:
- Identifies a specific herpesvirus as the causative agent of infectious coryza in pigeons.
- Provides a basis for understanding the pathogenesis of this avian disease.
- Contributes to the knowledge of pigeon herpesviruses and their impact on avian health.