ArticleOpen veterinary journal2025
Environmental fungal contamination on the fur of healthy captive meerkats: Implications for human health.
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Background: Meerkats ( Aim: To identify dermatophytes and other fungal species present on the skin and fur of meerkats at Chiang Mai Night Safari, Chiang Mai, Thailand, in 2022, which may have implications for human health. Methods: Skin and fur samples were collected from 21 meerkats using the brushing/McKenzie technique. Samples were cultured on Sabouraud dextrose agar at 25°C for 14 days. Fungal identification was based on both macroscopic characteristics (colony morphology, color, and texture) and microscopic features observed in lactophenol cotton blue-stained teased mount preparations. This study aimed to detect dermatophytes and identify other potential fungal contaminants at the genus level. Results: No dermatophytes were detected. However, various other fungi, including Conclusion: Predominant fungal contamination was observed on the skin and fur of meerkats. Some identified fungal species are associated with diseases in humans, which can vary in severity based on immune status. Therefore, keeping meerkats as pets is not recommended in homes with children, older adults, or immunocompromised individuals.
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