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24/09/2026

A great day at the 9th IC-3Rs Symposium in Brussels!

WHG had the opportunity to present our work on alternative models for studying amphibian chytridiomycosis and were honoured to receive the Best Poster Presentation Award for our poster "Replacing and reducing animal use in chytridiomycosis research".

A big thank you to the organisers and everyone who stopped by for inspiring discussions!
Read our latest blogpost: https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/whg-at-the-9th-ic-3rs-symposium

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17/09/2026

🐇 A new WHG blogpost, this time about hares!
A second case of European Brown Hare Syndrome (EBHS) has been confirmed in West Flanders. 🦠
Seen a sick or dead hare? Don’t touch it, but report it. Your observation can help us keep an eye on wildlife health. 🔎🌿

Curious to learn more? Read our latest blogpost:https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/second-case-of-ebhs-confirmed-in-a-hare-in-west-flanders
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07/09/2026

🐸 From rare to almost everywhere.
A new study led by Andrea Barbi found that Bufonid herpesvirus 1 (BfHV1) has become nearly ubiquitous in surveyed common toad populations in Flanders over just 13 years.
An important reminder that wildlife health often depends on hidden processes we are only beginning to understand.

Full article:https://www.salamandra-journal.com/salamandra/62-2026/62-3/Barbi_et_al-1765.pdf
Blogpost: https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/common-toads-are-declining-is-a-herpesvirus-contributing

Photo: Ellen Blomme

18/08/2026

🦟 Three juvenile crows with neurological signs were brought in for examination. The diagnosis? West Nile virus.

A powerful example of why wildlife disease surveillance matters. Early detection through the Agency for Nature and Forests' surveillance program helps us stay alert.

🔗 Read the full blog post: https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/west-nile-virus-detected-in-three-carrion-crows-in-belgium

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15/07/2026

🐇🔬 A fatal case of pseudotuberculosis in a European brown hare
A recently submitted European brown hare was found to be suffering from a severe infection caused by Yersinia pseudotuberculosis.
During necropsy, our team observed multiple nodular lesions in several organs, including the lungs, liver, spleen and kidneys. Further laboratory analyses confirmed pseudotuberculosis, a disease that can cause sudden death in hares and other wildlife species.
As Y. pseudotuberculosis is also a potential zoonotic pathogen, good hygiene practices remain important when handling wild lagomorphs, whether as a wildlife rehabilitator, hunter or researcher.

Want to learn more about this case and what it tells us about wildlife health?
📖 Read the full blog post: https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/pseudotuberculosis-causing-death-in-a-european-brown-hare
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14/07/2026

🎉 Welcome to the team, Veronique! 🎉
We are excited to welcome Dr. Veronique to WHG!
As a European Specialist in Veterinary Pathology (ECVP), Veronique brings a wealth of experience and a true passion for teaching and learning. Her career has taken her from research on aortic rupture in Friesian horses to diagnostic work involving domestic animals, livestock, zoo animals, exotic species, and wildlife.
In recent years, she has been increasingly involved in pathology investigations of free-ranging wildlife, an area she is particularly passionate about. 🦌🐦🦊
We are thrilled to have her expertise, curiosity, and enthusiasm as part of our growing team and look forward to all that lies ahead!
👏 Welcome, Veronique!
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07/07/2026

🦠 Why does one salamander survive while another gets sick?

Our latest research suggests that the answer lies in a delicate balance between immunity and skin maintenance. Salamanders showing the strongest immune responses to the deadly fungal pathogen Bsal were often the sickest, highlighting important trade-offs between fighting infection and maintaining healthy skin tissue. Understanding these mechanisms can help us better protect amphibians from one of their most dangerous emerging diseases. 🦎💚

📖 Read the full paper: https://doi.org/10.1111/mec.70438

🌍 This research was funded by the European Research Council (ERC) through the GLOSSI project.
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22/06/2026

Rat poison residues are widespread in European hedgehogs, revealing a hidden threat in our everyday environment. Through prey like slugs, these toxins enter the food chain, especially in urban areas, and can weaken wildlife over time.
Small actions matter: skip rodenticides and make your garden hedgehog‑friendly.
Full text:https://www.natuurpunt.be/nieuws/de-onzichtbare-blootstelling-van-egels-aan-rattenvergif?fbclid=PAdGRzdgSimpxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaefLkedril0AydwlPWqiftrzwZ8LK1yK545ZnudqZrI6sJ_67pvwslY0Ym--A_aem_Qe3UefVHMK5Y-eQdyCTVcQ
Pic: natuurpunt
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18/06/2026

🦎 What if your small habits could make a big difference for endangered salamanders?

Our salamanders are facing a major threat, an miniscule enemy not visible to the eye, and protecting them starts with simple actions.
Together with SciMingo, our very own Ruth took on the challenge of distilling our research at Wildlife Health Ghent into a two-minute video.
In this video, Ruth shares 3 simple tips that anyone can do to make a real impact.

📺 Watch the full video here: https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/2/atp-safelinks.html

Research supported by the European Research Council.

29/05/2026

🪶 Brave or cautious? What birds reveal about personality 🧠
Why do some animals dive into the unknown, while others hold back?
In a fascinating study on Japanese quail, researchers discovered that these behaviours aren’t random, they’re part of stable personality traits. Understanding how animals balance curiosity and caution helps us better grasp how they adapt, survive, and make decisions in a changing world
👏 Congrats to all involved!
🔗 Read the blogpost:
https://www.wildlifehealthghent.com/en/post/brave-or-cautious-what-birds-can-tell-us-about-personality-in-the-brain
📄 Read the full paper:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0166432826002251?dgcid=author
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