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Horned Rabbits in St. Paul: Shope Virus Turns Bunnies into Frankenstein Figures
local-news18 days ago

Horned Rabbits in St. Paul: Shope Virus Turns Bunnies into Frankenstein Figures

In St. Paul and the Twin Cities, rabbits infected with Shope papillomavirus develop horn- or tusk-like growths. The non-curable virus is transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks and is most active in warmer months. Officials say the prevalence can wax and wane; the Minnesota DNR notes metro infections without confirming a rise, while the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota has treated seven affected rabbits this year. Domestic rabbits may require veterinary removal of growths.

via Pioneer Press|
#local-news#rabbits#shope-papillomavirus
Frankenstein-Like Growths in US Rabbits Traced to a 90-Year-Old Virus
science24 days ago

Frankenstein-Like Growths in US Rabbits Traced to a 90-Year-Old Virus

Rabbits across several states—including Colorado—are developing dark, tentacle-like growths on their heads due to Shope papillomavirus (SPV), a rabbit-specific infection that has been known since the 1930s. The growths are wart-like and most infected rabbits survive; in severe cases they can progress to squamous cell carcinoma and impair vision or eating. SPV is not known to infect humans, but domestic rabbits can catch it from wild carriers or vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, so pet owners should keep rabbits indoors or in screened enclosures, control pests, avoid contact with wild rabbits, and seek veterinary care if suspicious growths appear. The virus historically aided cancer research and HPV vaccine development, underscoring why this isn’t a human health threat despite the eerie visuals.

via Yahoo|
#cottontail-rabbit#domestic-rabbits#hpv-connection
Unusual Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spotted Across the US
science10 months ago

Unusual Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spotted Across the US

Rabbits with hornlike growths caused by the Shope papillomavirus have been spotted in northern Wisconsin, sparking viral photos and internet interest. The virus is mostly benign, transmitted through skin contact and insects, and is not a threat to humans. An increase in sightings may be linked to warmer weather and insect activity, but climate change's role remains unproven. Experts advise caution when handling sick wildlife.

via WPR|
#hornlike-growths#rabbits#science
Mystery of Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spreading in Colorado
science11 months ago

Mystery of Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spreading in Colorado

A group of rabbits in Colorado with hornlike growths, called 'Frankenstein bunnies,' are infected with the harmless Shope papillomavirus, which causes wart-like growths. The virus, historically linked to folklore and scientific research, spreads among rabbits but poses no threat to humans or pets, and the growths typically disappear as rabbits' immune systems fight the infection.

via KSL.com|
#colorado#frankenstein-bunnies#rabbits
Unusual 'Frankenstein' Rabbits with Horns Spotted in the U.S.
science11 months ago

Unusual 'Frankenstein' Rabbits with Horns Spotted in the U.S.

Unusual-looking rabbits with wart-like growths, caused by the Shope papillomavirus, have been spotted in Washington State. These 'zombie rabbits' are harmless to humans and pets, and the condition is not new, often increasing in summer due to flea and tick activity. The growths do not typically harm the rabbits and are part of a virus that has contributed to scientific research on viruses and cancer.

via KIRO 7 News Seattle|
#rabbits#science#shope-papillomavirus
Colorado Rabbits with Hornlike Growths Spark Curiosity
science11 months ago

Colorado Rabbits with Hornlike Growths Spark Curiosity

In Colorado, some rabbits are developing horn-like growths caused by the common Shope papillomavirus, which is harmless and causes wart-like protrusions. These infected rabbits, dubbed 'Frankenstein bunnies,' are not a threat to humans or pets, and the virus has historical significance in scientific research and folklore, including the myth of the jackalope.

via Scripps News|
#colorado#frankenstein-bunnies#rabbits