Atlantic sea turtle population threatened by egg infection

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Mycologists and ecologists studying Atlantic sea turtles at Cape Verde have discovered that the species is under threat from a fungal infection which targets eggs. The research reveals how the fungus Fusarium solani may have played a key role in the 30-year decline in turtle numbers.

Published On: 29-Oct-10 02:00 PM
Source: ScienceDaily

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