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Hunting Dynamics and Identification of Potentially Pathogenic Bacteria in European Fallow Deer (Dama dama) across Three Hunting Reserves in Western Romania

  • 0Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara, Calea Aradului 119, 300645 Timisoara, Romania.
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June 27, 2024

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June 27, 2024

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Summary

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European fallow deer (Dama dama) carry potentially zoonotic bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella. Effective population management and One Health strategies are crucial for mitigating disease spread from these game species.

Area Of Science

  • Veterinary Microbiology
  • Wildlife Ecology
  • Zoonotic Disease Surveillance

Background

  • European fallow deer (Dama dama) populations are managed for hunting purposes.
  • Understanding the microbial flora of game species is essential for public health.
  • Potential for wildlife to act as reservoirs for zoonotic pathogens requires investigation.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To identify potentially pathogenic bacteria in European fallow deer from Western Romania.
  • To analyze hunting practices and their correlation with deer population dynamics.
  • To assess the role of Dama dama in the transmission of zoonotic diseases.

Main Methods

  • Bacteriological assays and Vitek® 2 Compact system for bacterial identification.
  • Collection of rectal and nasal swabs from hunted deer carcasses.
  • Analysis of hunting quotas and population data over a five-year period.

Main Results

  • Potentially pathogenic bacteria identified include Escherichia coli, Salmonella spp., Staphylococcus aureus, Listeria monocytogenes, and Enterococcus faecium.
  • Variations in harvesting quotas between bucks and does/yearlings were observed in different hunting grounds.
  • The study identified key bacterial species with implications for both animal and human health.

Conclusions

  • Dama dama can harbor and potentially spread zoonotic pathogens.
  • Effective management of fallow deer populations is vital for disease control.
  • A One Health approach and continuous surveillance are necessary for managing risks associated with game species.

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