Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar IIIb 61:z52:z53 (antigenic formula 61:z52:z53) is a serovar of the O:61 serogroup.
Animal reservoir: Serovar IIIb 61:z52:z53 was found in chameleon and bearded dragons.
Geographical distribution: Serovar IIIb 61:z52:z53 has been found in the United States and Australia.
Outbreaks: Outbreaks have been associated with S. IIIb 61:z52:z53.
Year | Location | Associated Source | Number of Cases |
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2022-2023 | US-multistate | pet bearded dragons | 20 |
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