Thrill seekers: how parasites change host behaviour

Veterinary Record 2026 Open access

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Authors: Josh Loeb
DOI: 10.1002/vetr.70272
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Josh Loeb reports on a new study that found that rats infected with Toxoplasma gondii are less risk averse, making them more likely to fall prey to cats.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Toxoplasma gondii Research Studies Legionella and Acanthamoeba research Parasitic Infections and Diagnostics

Publication details

Journal / source
Veterinary Record
Volume
198
Issue
1
Pages
10–11
Publication date
2 January 2026
Language
EN