E. Coli Bacteria Transferring Between Humans And Mountain Gorillas

Tuesday, November 25, 2008 - 13:36 in Biology & Nature

A new study finds that mountain gorillas are at increased risk of acquiring gastrointestinal microbes, such as E. coli, from humans. The study examines the exchange of digestive system bacteria between humans, mountain gorillas and domestic animals with overlapping habitats.

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