First confirmation of Brachycladium atlanticum as aetiological agent of pulmonary pathologies in a common dolphin (Delphinus delphis)

Key Points

• Pulmonary pathologies are confirmed as resulting from Brachycladium atlanticum infection in dolphins.
• Key evidence shows clear signs of infection in the examined Delphinus delphis species.
• Analysis of marine mammal cases revealed this pathogenic link, marking a novel finding in cetacean health.
• Highlighting this infection in dolphins calls for increased monitoring of marine wildlife health.