Author:

Beer JV

Date: 6 October 2010

Abstract:

Using an improved form of swab and selective cultural conditions Aspergillus fumigatus Fresenius was found in 86 of 1188 Pink-footed Geese (Anser brachyrhynchus Baillon), in four of 61 Canada Geese (Branta c. canadensis L.) and 13 of 102 Herring Gulls (Larus a. argentatus L.) caught in Britain.The Pink-footed Geese, migrating from Iceland, appear to become infected shortly after arrival. In the Solway, a higher level of infection was found than elsewhere.The fungus was shown to be present in the natural habitats of these birds and it is suggested that infection usually occurs from a heavy but local growth of the fungus in a micro-habitat associated with the birds’ food.

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