| Impact ID | 2943 |
| Impact Type | Human Health |
| Study Type | Anecdotal |
| Study Location | N/A |
| Impact Description | Capybaras are vectors for pathogens that can infect humans or domesticated animals. One such disease-causing agent is Rickettsia rickettsii, the bacterium that causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever in both North and South America. The establishment of capybara populations increases the risk of spreading this disease from infected individuals through tick bites. |
| Reference | 33824 |
| Great Lakes Region | No |
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