Badger TB Quiz mod 12

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Which form of TB disease do badgers appear to suffer from predominantly?

Neurological form

Cardiovascular form

Digestive form

Respiratory form (correct)

What is the commonest cause of infectious disease associated mortality in badgers?

Cardiovascular infections

Respiratory infections (correct)

Digestive infections

Neurological infections

In which areas of the UK are the levels of badger infection highest?

North-west of England

North-east of England

South-west of England (correct)

East Midlands

Which vaccination is used for badgers in the Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme?

BCG vaccine Signup and view all the answers

Which testing procedure has been adopted by some organisations for badger translocation?

Triple testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the sensitivity of serological testing for the condition?

40.7% Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred site for blood sample collection for the indirect ELISA test?

Jugular vein Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of the notifiable disease anthrax?

Bacillus anthracis Signup and view all the answers

Which family of dermatophytes has been cultured from the fur of badgers?

Microsporum and Trichophyton Signup and view all the answers

What treatment is preferred for fungal diseases in badgers?

Enilconazole at 1 part Imaverol to 50 parts water Signup and view all the answers

What viral disease affects badgers in a similar way as in dogs?

Canine distemper Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of injuries to badgers?

Road traffic accidents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of badgers?

They have a gestation period of 6-7 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Which parasite has been reported to cause severe debility in badgers, leading to scaling of the skin and weight loss?

Lice Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for endoparasites in badgers?

Ivermectin Signup and view all the answers

Which parasite has been identified as a cause of diarrhoea in badger cubs?

Giardiasis Signup and view all the answers

Which tick species have been found on badgers in the UK?

Ixodes ricinus, I. canisuga, I. hexagonus Signup and view all the answers

Which flea species is commonly found on badgers?

Paraceras melis Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended anaesthetic protocol for badgers?

Medetomidine + ketamine Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended analgesic for long-term use in badgers?

Meloxicam Signup and view all the answers

What is the zoonotic potential of anthrax?

Anthrax has the potential to be transmitted from badgers to humans Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for brucellosis in badgers?

Treatment is not advised for brucellosis in badgers Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for salmonellosis in badgers?

Treatment is not advised for salmonellosis in badgers Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for fungal diseases in badgers?

Enilconazole Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for canine distemper in badgers?

There is no treatment or safe vaccine available for canine distemper in badgers Signup and view all the answers

Which government agency oversees the licensing of badger culling in England and Wales?

APHA Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum area size required for badger disease control licences in England?

100km2 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the estimated badger population must be removed in year one of a badger disease control licence in England?

70% Signup and view all the answers

What is the closed season for badger culling in England?

1st February to 31st May Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme?

To prevent the spread of bovine TB Signup and view all the answers

Which species of bacteria is responsible for causing tuberculosis in badgers?

Mycobacterium bovis Signup and view all the answers

What is the infection rate of bovine tuberculosis in badgers in Wales?

13% Signup and view all the answers

What is the commonest cause of infectious disease associated mortality in badgers in the UK?

Bovine tuberculosis Signup and view all the answers

Where are the levels of badger infection highest in the UK?

South-west of England Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the vaccination scheme for badgers in the TB edge area of England?

Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme (BEVS) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of injuries to badgers?

Poisoning Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for suspected warfarin poisoning in badgers?

Phytomenadione (vitamin K1) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chemicals has NOT been reported as a cause of poisoning in badgers?

Glyphosate Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended diagnostic test for identifying the cause of poisoning in badgers?

Post mortem examination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common site for injuries in badgers?

Chest Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Badger Disease and Infections

Badgers predominantly suffer from pulmonary TB disease.
The commonest cause of infectious disease associated mortality in badgers is pulmonary TB.

Badger Infection and Vaccination

The highest levels of badger infection are found in the South West and West of England.
The Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme uses the BCG vaccine.

Testing and Diagnosis

Some organisations have adopted the stat-pak test for badger translocation.
The sensitivity of serological testing for TB is 80-90%.
The preferred site for blood sample collection for the indirect ELISA test is the jugular vein.

Fungal and Parasitic Diseases

The preferred treatment for fungal diseases in badgers is itraconazole.
Dermatophytes (e.g. Trichophyton, Microsporum) have been cultured from the fur of badgers.
The parasite Trichodectes canis has been reported to cause severe debility in badgers, leading to scaling of the skin and weight loss.
The recommended treatment for endoparasites in badgers is ivermectin.
The parasite Toxocara canis has been identified as a cause of diarrhoea in badger cubs.

External Parasites and Anaesthesia

The tick species Ixodes hexagonus and Ixodes ricinus have been found on badgers in the UK.
The flea species Ctenocephalides canis is commonly found on badgers.
The recommended anaesthetic protocol for badgers is medetomidine and ketamine.
The recommended analgesic for long-term use in badgers is meloxicam.

Zoonotic Diseases and Treatment

Anthrax has a high zoonotic potential.
The recommended treatment for brucellosis in badgers is not specified.
The recommended treatment for salmonellosis in badgers is not specified.
The recommended treatment for fungal diseases in badgers is itraconazole.
There is no treatment for canine distemper in badgers.

Badger Culling and Licensing

The government agency that oversees the licensing of badger culling in England and Wales is Natural England.
The minimum area size required for badger disease control licences in England is 100 km².
At least 70% of the estimated badger population must be removed in year one of a badger disease control licence in England.
The closed season for badger culling in England is December 1 to May 31.

Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme

The main purpose of the Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme is to reduce the transmission of bovine TB from badgers to cattle.
The Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme is used in the TB edge area of England.

Other

Mycobacterium bovis is responsible for causing tuberculosis in badgers.
The infection rate of bovine tuberculosis in badgers in Wales is 20-30%.
The commonest cause of infectious disease associated mortality in badgers in the UK is pulmonary TB.
The highest levels of badger infection are found in the South West and West of England.
The government agency that oversees the licensing of badger culling in England and Wales is Natural England.
The recommended treatment for suspected warfarin poisoning in badgers is vitamin K1.

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Test your knowledge on the transmission and effects of tuberculosis in badgers. Learn about the respiratory form of the disease, spread through bite wounds, and the development of TB abscesses. Find out if TB is a significant threat to badgers and other animals.