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In January 2012 we reported findings of Geomyces infestans in European bats but was that the cause of death in the bats found?  It has always been difficult to demonstrate cause and effect in this case and researchers are keen … Continue reading →

White nose syndrome has had a devestating effect on cave dwelling American bats.  We know that the causative agent in a fungus called Geomyces destructans. http://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/disease_information/white-nose_syndrome/ We knew that this fungus was present in Europe but Europeann bats seemed to … Continue reading →