Detection of Pathogenic Leptospira in Captive Chelonians (Kinosternon scorpioides—Linnaeus, 1766) in the Brazilian Amazon
Leptospirosis is a zoonosis of great importance for One Health.In this context, the Amazonian biome may harbor numerous hosts for Leptospira spp.that contribute to the maintenance of the pathogen in the environment.Some reptiles, such as chelonians, have been little studied in terms of their involvement with leptospires.The objective of this study