https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/73fd2f6e45e88f6b0cd904ded63d39bc.pdf 2560097f00a53d58f80c06c08bf9242c PDF Text Text Pigeon Paramyxovirus • Pigeon paramyxovirus causes disease in pigeons and doves, and is responsible for die-offs of Eurasian collared doves in Colorado. Species Affected in Colorado • • Eurasian collared doves (invasive species). Potentially native doves (mourning doves, band-tailed pigeons). What to Look For • • Die-offs of doves, with 3 or more birds found dead in a small area. Sick birds that do not fly away when approached. Cause and Transmission Pigeon paramyxovirus (PPMV-1) is endemic in the United States, but was first found in Eurasian collared dove with PPMV-1. The bird is weak, resting wild birds in Colorado during the winter of 2014 on its keel, and cannot fly. Photo credit: Allen Vitt, CPW when it caused a die-off of Eurasian collared doves. PPMV-1 is a specific type of avian paramyxovirus that primarily affects doves and pigeons. Outside the United States, some strains of PPMV-1 have infected birds other than doves and pigeons, including unvaccinated chickens. Therefore it is important to promptly report die-offs for further workup. PPMV-1 is spread by direct contact between birds. Control of the disease includes limiting congregation of birds by removing bird feeders and bird baths, and disposing of carcasses. PPMV-1 has been isolated from mourning doves, but large die-offs of mourning doves have not been reported. While all die-offs of wildlife (3 or more animals/birds) should be promptly reported, even single mourning dove deaths should be reported in areas where PPMV-1 is active. Public Health Concerns Although PPMV-1 has not been reported to infect humans, other avian paramyxoviruses can cause mild conjunctivitis (pinkeye) in humans that have directly handled infected birds. If instructed to dispose of carcasses by wildlife authorities, wear gloves or use a bag to pick up the carcasses. Dispose of the carcasses in an outdoor dumpster and immediately wash hands. Birds may be carrying other diseases of concern. Never handle sick or injured wildlife. Avian paramyxoviruses are not known to cause disease in non-avian domestic animals such as dogs and cats, but other diseases may be present in carcasses. Always prevent pets from eating carcasses. Additional Information/References Schuler KL, et al. 2012. Expansion of an Exotic Species and Concomitant Disease Outbreaks: Pigeon Paramyxovirus in Free-Ranging Eurasian Collared Doves. EcoHealth (9) 163-170. DOI: 10.1007/s10393-012-0758-6 Rev 12/2014 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fact Sheets Type The nature or genre of the resource Fact Sheet Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Description An account of the resource CPW Fact Sheets Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Pigeon Paramyxovirus Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Colorado Parks & Wildlife Extent The size or duration of the resource. 1 page Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2014/12 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-NC/1.0/">No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only</a>