What disease can be transmitted to raptors from a diet of freshly trapped wild pigeon?

A diet of freshly trapped wild pigeon can lead to the transmission of Frounce and avian herpes virus to raptors. Frounce, caused by the organism Trichomonas gallinae, often infects birds that consume infected prey, particularly pigeons and doves. This parasite can lead to a range of symptoms in raptors, including lesions in the mouth and throat, which can impair feeding abilities and lead to serious health issues.

Additionally, avian herpes virus can affect raptors through similar dietary sources, as certain pigeons may carry this virus. Both of these diseases highlight the importance of a careful selection of prey for captive birds and monitoring wild bird populations.

While other diseases listed, like avian influenza, West Nile virus, and Salmonella infection, are indeed concerns for bird populations, they do not have the direct dietary connection to wild pigeons that Frounce and avian herpes virus do. Therefore, the link between feeding on wild pigeons and these specific diseases is paramount in understanding the risks associated with such a diet for raptors.