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Botulism in ostriches (Struthio camelus).

D M Allwright1, M Wilson, W J Vanrensburg

  • 1Regional Veterinary Laboratory, Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Avian Pathology : Journal of the W.V.P.A
|March 1, 1994
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Summary

An ostrich outbreak of botulism caused by Clostridium botulinum type C led to paralysis. Prompt treatment with specific antitoxin successfully recovered nearly all affected birds.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Pathology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Botulism is a serious paralytic disease caused by toxins from Clostridium botulinum.
  • Outbreaks in avian species can lead to significant mortality.
  • Ostrich farming presents unique challenges for disease management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a specific outbreak of botulism in ostriches.
  • To identify the causative agent and its source.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of antitoxin treatment in affected birds.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical observation of affected ostriches, noting signs of paralysis, paresis, and ataxia.
  • Necropsy and laboratory analysis of ostrich carcass remains to detect Clostridium botulinum type C and its toxin.

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  • Serum analysis of affected birds for the presence of botulinum toxin.
  • Administration of specific botulinum antitoxin to affected ostriches.

    • Main Results:

    • The outbreak was characterized by severe neurological signs, including total paralysis, paresis, and ataxia in affected ostriches.
    • Clostridium botulinum type C and its associated toxin were identified in the carcass of a deceased ostrich from the affected camp.
    • Botulinum toxin was not detected in the serum of the sick ostriches.
    • Treatment with specific antitoxin led to the recovery of almost all affected birds.

    Conclusions:

    • Clostridium botulinum type C was identified as the causative agent of the botulism outbreak in ostriches.
    • Contaminated carcass remains likely served as the source of infection.
    • Specific antitoxin therapy is highly effective in treating botulism in ostriches, leading to rapid recovery.