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1. Veterinary forensic sciences to solve a fatal case of predation on flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus)

Author

Rubini, S, Barbieri, S, Gaudio, Rm, Govoni, G, Berna, Gr, Fico, R, Lorenzini, R, Fontana, Mc, Taddei, R, Tassinari, M, Frisoni, P, Guidi, E, and Bergamini, M.

Subjects
Veterinary Medicine, Fox, Forensic, Endangered Species, Forensic Sciences, Ambientale, Birds, Dogs, Dog, Flaming, Italy, Predatory Behavior, Animals, Bites and Stings
Abstract

The present case study concerns a case of predation of 4 individuals of captive pink flamingo in Emilia Romagna Region, Northeastern Italy. The pink flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) is a species included in the Red List of Threatened Species established by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) which lists species in danger of extinction. During the Winter of 2013, 4 flamingos (2 in the Comacchio area, and 2 from Argenta and Codigoro oases - Ferrara province) were found dead some of them headless, with their bodies severely bitten. At first, a fox (Vulpes vulpes) was suspected to be the predator responsible for the killing and the birds were taken to the laboratory for further investigations. The investigations included: field observations, study of the predator behaviour, necropsy examinations, assessment of the intercanine distance, and genetic analysis on the predator's traces. The intercanine distance indicated that the predator could not have been a fox. The analysis of salivary DNA samples enabled us to establish that the predator was in fact a dog. This case highlights the importance of co-operation among the various branches of forensic sciences and the great usefulness of the roles filled by other veterinary forensic experts involved in solving crime.

Published
2018

2. Scabies in wildlife animals, pets and humans: a reemerging zoonosis?

Author

Rubini, S., Zaghi, S., Tazzari, A., Lo Chiano, F., Govoni, G., Cavazzini, M., Taddei, R., Fontana, M. C., Barbieri, S., and Defilippo, F.

Subjects
SCABIES, ZOONOSES, PETS, CONFERENCES & conventions, ANIMALS, HUMAN beings
Abstract

Background: Scabies or sarcoptic mange is an infestation of the skin caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. Transmission from animals to humans occurs through close contact. The most common symptoms are papules, erythema, excoriations, hyperkeratosis, and hypotrichosis. In the province of Ferrara (Emilia Romagna, Italy) mange is endemic in wild animals, mostly in foxes, which can act as vectors for domestic animals and humans. Methods: From 2012 to 2020, 564 foxes were surveyed within the Wildlife Health Surveillance Regional Program, including microscopic examination in cases of skin lesions referable to scabies. In 2018, a domestic dog (10-year border collie, male), frequenting an uncultivated area colonized by foxes and located in the outskirts of Ferrara, showed scabby lesions mainly on the nose, around the eyes and on the back. Results: 11 out of 564 foxes resulted positive (1,95%), 6 cases out of 38 being in 2018 (15,8%). The parasite was detected by skin biopsy and direct microscopic examination in the domestic dog. The parasite was transmitted by the dog to the owner and the other two family members. Conclusions: The increased density of dogs and foxes in the Ferrara province, and the attitude of foxes to live near to human settlements, increase the risk of contacts between foxes, domestic animals and humans, even though stray dogs are uncommon. This case illustrates the interdependencies between animal health, human health and environment, a synergy that can enable exacerbation of diseases of zoonotic origin as highlighted by the One Health concept. It is therefore important to increase the investigation on paths as well as vectors of diseases and to find collaborative, multi-sectorial and transversal approaches to ensure quality health outcomes. The control of the disease requires an appropriate monitoring of dogs’ health being skin lesions in both, humans and animals, very similar to allergic dermatitis, which can delay the proper diagnosis of the disease. Key messages: • Sarcoptic mange is a zoonosis still present in Emilia Romagna, Italy. • The One Health approach is key to control the cycle of the zoonotic sarcoptic mange. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2021

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