African Swine Fever
- Pronunciation
- /AF-rik-in SWINE FEE-ver/
- Category
- Veterinary Virology
- Singular
- African Swine Fever
- Plural
- African Swine Fevers
Definition
A highly contagious and deadly viral disease affecting domestic pigs and wild swine.
Etymology
Named after the continent where it was first identified, Africa.
Example
African Swine Fever outbreaks can have devastating impacts on pig populations worldwide.
Related Terms
- Pig
- Virus
- Disease
- Outbreaks
- Epidemiology
- Arthropod Vectors
Usage Notes
African Swine Fever is caused by a virus that can be transmitted both through direct contact and by arthropod vectors.