# Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever Virus among Goats, Southern Bhutan

## TL;DR

Researchers found evidence of a virus called Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever in goats in southern Bhutan, suggesting it is widely spread in the region.

## Contribution

This study reports the first evidence of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus in goats in Bhutan.

## Key findings

- CCHFV antibodies were detected in goats along the border region with India.
- The findings indicate a widespread distribution of CCHFV in southern Bhutan.

## Abstract

We conducted serosurveillance for Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) among goats in southern Bhutan. Testing serum samples from 472 goats for CCHFV-specific IgG using an indirect fluorescent antibody test and ELISA, we found CCHFV antibody–positive goats along the analyzed border region with India, indicating widespread distribution of CCHFV in this area.