Aspergillosis is a disease of the respiratory system caused by several [[Aspergillus]] spp. A. fumigatus is the most frequently reported species in domestic animals. Commonly affected species include birds, dogs, cats, horses and cattle but the disease has been reported in many other wild and domestic species.
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Aspergillosis is a disease of the respiratory system caused by several [[Aspergillus]] spp. A. fumigatus is the most frequently reported species in domestic animals but A. tereus has also been implicated. Aspergillus is a ubiquitous saprophyte and is found worldwide. Commonly affected species include birds, dogs, cats, horses and cattle but the disease has been reported in many other wild and domestic species.