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Shope Papillomavirus

Colorado Confirms Shope Papillomavirus Behind Fort Collins’ Horned Rabbits

Authorities say it’s unknown whether more than a dozen sightings reflect multiple rabbits or repeat observations of the same individuals.

Colorado Rabbits’ Tentacle-Like Growths Traced to Shope Papillomavirus

Officials Confirm Colorado Rabbits’ Horn-Like Growths Are Caused by Rabbit-Only Papillomavirus