Canine Distemper Virus

Gir National Park sees frenzied activity in aftermath of multiple lion deaths; officials look for signs of Canine Distemper Virus

Thirty-six lions have been isolated in three rescue centres inside the Gir National Park, and their movements are being monitored round the clock.

Amid Asiatic lion deaths at Gir forest, special vaccines arrive from US to protect the endangered big cats

The deaths of as many as 23 lions at the Gir forest — believed to have been caused by a deadly combination of Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and a protozoal infection — since 12 September is a crisis looming over the endangered animals.

Gir Forest lion toll rises to 23; Gujarat govt says canine distemper virus, protozoal infection behind deaths

The department meant to look after the Gir Forest has maintained that the death of lions was caused by infighting among the big cats.