A rod-shaped bacterium that grows best in low oxygen conditions. Botulism is a neuroparalytic illness resulting from the action of a potent toxin produced by the bacteria. This bacteria forms spores, which allow them to survive in a dormant state until, exposed to conditions that can support their growth.

January 27, 2010 - One Response. Name of the disease caused by the pathogen. The ingested protozoans travel from the midgut to the salivary glands where they are transmitted to another host through biting.

Name of Disease caused by the Pathogen. In the most extreme cases it could lead to endocarditis, meningoencephalitis, arthritis, spondylitis, orchitis and phychological disturbance. Generalized infections with localization in the reproductive organs and reticuloendothelial system as well as abortion, reduced fertility, weight loss and reduced milk yield. Cattle, bison and elk.

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