Global Invasive Species Database

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The Global Invasive Species Database contains detailed life histories for a growing list of over 600 invasive species found worldwide.

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Invasive Viruses and Bacteria

Based on records from the Global Invasive Species Database, invasive viruses and bacteria found in at least one of the southeastern U.S. states including Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi are presented below:

Butternut Canker (Sirococcus clavigignenti-juglandacearum)
Avian Influenza Virus (Orthomyxoviridae, Influenza Type A, subtype H5N1)
Exotic Newcastle Disease (Paramyxovirus-1, PMV-1)
Pierce's Disease, Leaf Scorch (Xylella fastidiosa)

Invasive Viruses and Bacteria of the Southeastern United States
For information about invasive viruses and bacteria inhabiting the southeastern United States, refer to the Web resources for invasive viruses and bacteria shown on this page. These resources contain the scientific names of invasive viruses and bacteria listed above that occur in at least one of the specified states, according to the Global Invasive Species Database. NBII Metadata clearinghouse records about invasive viruses and bacteria are also available from the NBII Metadata Clearinghouse.
Web Resources for Invasive Viruses and Bacteria of the Southeastern United States
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Expand2005-2006 Hunting, Trapping, and Spring Turkey Guide for Tennessee (2005 Archived Version)
ExpandGenetic sleuths probe origin of new flu virus | Philadelphia Inquirer | 05/04/2009
ExpandGlobal Invasive Species Database - Invasive Species in Alabama
ExpandInfluenza Exposure in United States Feral Swine Populations
ExpandMexican Pig Farming Town Under The Microscope : NPR
ExpandMexico outbreak traced to 'manure lagoons' at pig farm - Times Online
ExpandNCDA and CS Veterinary Division: Questions about farms and North American Influenza (H1N1) in North Carolina
ExpandSusceptibility of Laughing Gulls (Larus atricilla) to H5N1 and H5N3 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Viruses
ExpandUSGS National Wildlife Health Center - Avian Influenza News
SAIN - Feed Reader (Narrow) NBII Metadata Clearinghouse Search Results for Regional Invasive Viruses and Bacteria  

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Colorized transmission electron micrograph of Avian influenza A H5N1 viruses (seen in gold) grown in MDCK cells (seen in green).
[Photo: CDC / Courtesy of Cynthia Goldsmith, Jacqueline Katz, and Sherif R. Zaki]

Bird flu
Avian Influenza Virus

Description: Avian Influenza is a highly contagious disease caused by type A influenza virus. There virus takes two forms: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which is highly lethal among domestic poultry, and Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza (LPAI), a milder form.

Life History: Waterfowl are natural carriers for the disease and do not show signs of infection. AI can be transmitted through the respiratory secretions or feces of infected birds. Direct contact with items exposed to the virus can also spread the virus.

Habitat: Waterbirds, especially Ducks, Geese, and Swans are a natural reservoir for Avian Influenza, which requires a host to reproduce.

Distribution: First known from Italy, outbreaks recorded worldwide. Asia often is the point of origin for new outbreak

Resources:

Ecology of Avian Influenza Virus (Global Invasive Species Database)
Invasive Species - Microbes - Avian Influenza Species Profile (National Invasive Species Information Center)
Avian Influenza Overview - Avian Influenza overview, fact sheet, news, literature, research, maps, data, and images (NBII Wildlife Disease Information Node)

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