The population structure, density and prevalence of tuberculosis (Mycobacterium bovis) in badgers (Meles meles) from four areas in south-west England.
Abstract
After outbreaks of TB in cattle, 136 badgers, representing 24 social groups, were removed for PM examination. Mean group size varied little (4.8-7.6 individuals) but mean territory size varied greatly (22-75 ha). The prevalence of TB ranged from 6.9% to 34.5%.