Serological evidence of virus infection in Eidolon helvum fruit bats: implications for bushmeat consumption in Nigeria

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Authors: Diego Cantoni, Martin Mayora-Neto, Mariliza Derveni, Kelly Da Costa, Joanne Del Rosario, Veronica O. Ameh, Claude T. Sabeta, Bethany Auld, Arran Hamlet, Ian M. Jones, Edward Wright, Simon D. Scott, Efstathios S. Giotis, Ashley C. Banyard, Nigel Temperton

Year: 2023

Journal: Front. Public Health

DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1283113

Summary

This paper presents serological evidence of virus infection in Eidolon helvum fruit bats, implying potential risks associated with bushmeat consumption in Nigeria.

Key Findings

  • Serological evidence of virus infection in Eidolon helvum fruit bats
  • Implications for bushmeat consumption in Nigeria

Methodology

  • Study Type: Research Report
  • Geographic Focus: Nigeria

Topics

Viruses, Bats, Bushmeat

Relevance

This study contributes to the understanding of potential health risks associated with bushmeat consumption in Nigeria.

Source

View the entire paper: File:Fpubh-11-1283113.pdf