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Mycobacterium bovis

Naming
Scientific name: 
Mycobacterium bovis
Primary Common name: 
Bovine tuberculosis
Alternate Common Name: 
Bovine TB
Cattle TB
Characteristics
Species Category: 
bacterium
Current Extent: 
limited
Likelihood of Introduction: 
n/a (already in CA)
References
Sources: 
Iowa State University: Center for Food Security and Public Health
CDFA Animal Health and Food Safety Services Division