Question

Study the following pathogens. Which of them cause damage to poultry industry?
I. Avian influenza
II. Herpes virus
III. Bacillus anthracis
IV. Picorna virus
V. Pasturella

• A. I and II
• B. III and V
• C. II and V
• D. IV and V

Answer 1

The correct option is A I and II

Marek's disease is a Herpes virus infection of chickens.
Birdflu is caused by the Avian influenza virus.
Haemorrhagic septicemia - This highly fatal form of cattle infection is caused by the bacteria Pasteurella.
Anthrax which is a highly contagious fatal disease that can completely wipe-out farms in case of an outbreak is caused by Bacillus anthracis
Foot and mouth disease - which is an infectious and sometimes fatal disease in cattle and other animals, the causative agent here is a picornavirus.