The Lake Titicaca frog (Telmatobius culeus) is critically endangered, primarily from overexploitation. However, additional threats, such as chytrid fungus (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis), are poorly studied. We found moderate levels of chytrid infection using quantitative PCR. Our results enhance our understanding of chytrid tolerance to high pH and low water temperature.
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1 October 2016
Chytrid Fungus, Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, in Wild Populations of the Lake Titicaca Frog, Telmatobius culeus, in Peru
Raul A. Berenguel,
Roberto K. Elias,
Thomas J. Weaver,
Richard P. Reading
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Journal of Wildlife Diseases
Vol. 52 • No. 4
October 2016
Vol. 52 • No. 4
October 2016