Bacterie suspectată în moartea a sute de pui de balenă în Patagonia argentiniană

In recent months, hundreds of Australian whale calves have died in Argentine Patagonia, with researchers suspecting a bacterial infection as a possible cause. The mortality rate among young whales has been notably high this season, particularly in Chubut province. Veterinarians are investigating a potential outbreak of erysipelas, a serious bacterial disease. Authorities are collaborating with researchers to identify the cause, with preliminary results indicating a common marine bacterium's involvement. Despite the high mortality, experts believe it does not pose a long-term threat to the whale population, which can live up to 60 years.