White-Nose Syndrome

From the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS):

How does white-nose syndrome kill bats? For the first time, scientists have a detailed explanation of how this hibernation disease is killing millions of valuable #batsin North America. Read more athttp://on.doi.gov/1x0oohK.

Photo: UV light shows lesions associated with white-nose syndrome in a bat's wing. New research suggests that such clinical signs reflect more advanced disease stages. (Credit: USGS)

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